Privacy Policy for Pozse

1. Who We Are

Pozse is a social platform for fashion creators, stylists, models, photographers, fashion enthusiasts, and brands to showcase, discover, and connect through creative fashion content. We are headquartered in the United States and operate internationally.

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information when you interact with our Service, including:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: Username, email address, password, phone number, display name, profile photo, and bio.
• Profile Details: Your location (city or region), gender identity, age range, fashion preferences, and affiliations (e.g., model, designer, stylist).
• Content You Post: Photos, videos, captions, hashtags, likes, comments, and other content you upload or interact with.
• Communication Data: Messages you send via our messaging features, support inquiries, or feedback you provide.

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Device Information: IP address, device type, operating system, app version, device identifiers (e.g., IMEI, UUID).
• Usage Data: Your activity on Pozse such as views, likes, follows, shares, time spent, clicks, and interaction metrics.
• Location Data: Approximate location derived from IP address or device settings (if location permission is granted).
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, pixels, and local storage to enhance your experience and gather usage data.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Social Logins: If you sign up or log in via platforms like Google or Apple, we may receive your email, name, and profile photo.
• Third-Party Services: When you interact with third-party content or features within Pozse, we may receive limited information to support those services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and Improve the Service: To create and manage your account, display content, personalize your feed, and deliver core platform features.
• Communicate With You: To send service-related emails, updates, security alerts, and respond to your support requests.
• Moderate Content: To review and enforce our community guidelines through AI-assisted and human moderation.
• Promote Safety and Security: To detect fraud, prevent abuse, enforce our terms, and protect user rights.
• Conduct Analytics and Research: To understand usage patterns, improve functionality, and guide development decisions.
• Support Legal Compliance: To meet legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:

• 4.1 With Other Users: When you post content, interact with others, or update your profile, this information is visible to other users of the Service.
• 4.2 With Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party vendors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools, content moderators) who help us operate and improve Pozse.
• 4.3 Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, or in response to valid government or legal requests.
• 4.4 Business Transfers: If Pozse is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or reorganization, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Your Privacy Choices

You have control over your information:

• 5.1 Access and Correction: You can view and update your profile information at any time via your account settings.
• 5.2 Delete Your Account: You may delete your account through the app or by contacting support. Upon deletion, your profile and public content will be removed or anonymized, but some data may be retained for legal compliance.
• 5.3 Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt out of promotional emails using the "unsubscribe" link. Note: You will still receive essential service notifications.
• 5.4 Cookies and Tracking: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Doing so may affect your experience on Pozse.
• 5.5 Device Permissions: You may control location, camera, microphone, and notification access via your device settings.

6. Children's Privacy

Pozse is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in some regions). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover that a user is underage, we will promptly delete their data and terminate access.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted transmission (HTTPS)
• Access controls and role-based permissions
• Regular audits and vulnerability checks
• Anonymization and pseudonymization of data where possible

Despite these efforts, no platform is completely secure. Please use strong passwords and report any security concerns to us.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide the Service. We may retain certain information even after account deletion, such as:

• Information required by law or court orders
• Backup data for disaster recovery
• Information necessary to resolve disputes or enforce our agreements

9. International Users

Pozse is based in the United States, but we serve users globally. By using Pozse, you consent to your information being transferred to and processed in the U.S. and other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

10. Third-Party Links

Pozse may include links to third-party websites, services, or integrations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. Please review their privacy policies before engaging with them.

11. Your Rights Under Global Privacy Laws

Depending on your region (e.g., EU/EEA, UK, California), you may have additional rights under laws like the GDPR or CCPA/CPRA, including:

• The right to access, correct, or delete your data
• The right to object to or restrict processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@pozse.com

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" and notify you as required by law (e.g., via email or in-app alert).

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you can contact us at:

Pozse Inc.
Email: info@pozse.com
Address: 300 Creek View Road, Newcastle, Newark, Delaware
Website: www.pozse.com