Effective Date: January 1, 2024
Last Updated: January 1, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Scribzi ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using Scribzi, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Username, email address, password (encrypted), profile picture, and bio
• Content: Articles, comments, and any other content you create or share
• Communications: Messages you send to us or other users
• Payment Information: Processed securely through third-party payment processors (we do not store credit card details)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, and scrolling behavior
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Cookies: Session cookies and persistent cookies for authentication and preferences
• Analytics: Performance metrics and user interaction data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
• To process transactions and send related information
• To communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and support
• To analyze usage patterns and optimize platform performance
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
• To develop new features and services

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following situations:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our platform
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
• Aggregated Data: Non-identifiable aggregated data for analytics and research

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@scribzi.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

Scribzi is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. For significant changes, we will provide additional notice via email or platform notification.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: