Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use Golden Peers, we collect:

• Account information: Name, email address, and profile details you provide during sign-up and onboarding
• Content: Posts, circle discussions, messages, and other content you create on the Platform
• Location data: Country, state/region, and city — only if you choose to provide it
• Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns to improve the Platform
• Payment information: Processed by Stripe — we only store your Stripe customer ID, not your card details

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Platform
• Personalize your experience based on your goals and interests
• Connect you with relevant circles, resources, and community members
• Process subscription payments
• Send important service notifications (not marketing spam)
• Maintain community safety and enforce our Terms of Service

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only in these limited circumstances:

• With your consent: When you choose to make your profile or content public
• Service providers: Stripe (payments), our hosting provider, and analytics tools — all bound by confidentiality agreements
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect the safety of our community

Your profile information (name, bio, location, role tags) is visible to other Golden Peers members based on your privacy settings.

4. Location Data

Location data (country, state, city) is optional and used only to help you find local resources, opportunities, and circles. You can update or remove your location at any time from your profile settings. We do not track your precise GPS location.

5. Language Preferences

Your language preference is stored in your profile to provide a consistent multilingual experience across devices. This data is not shared with third parties.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us. Some data may be retained for legal compliance purposes for up to 90 days after deletion.

7. Security

We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure session management, and access controls. However, no system is 100% secure — please use a strong password and do not share sensitive personal information in public posts.

8. Children's Privacy

Golden Peers is intended for users 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has created an account, please contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the Platform. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at [email protected] or through the Platform's support channels.