Privacy Policy
At Chekodi, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
By using Chekodi, 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 service.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account information: username, display name, email address, password
- Profile information: bio, avatar, location, birth date
- Content you post: text, images, videos, comments, and other media
- Communication data: messages, feedback, and support requests
Information Automatically Collected
- Device information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
- Usage data: pages visited, time spent, interactions, clicks
- Location data: general location based on IP address (if permitted)
- Cookies and tracking technologies: to enhance your experience and analyze usage
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide, maintain, and improve our services and platform functionality
- To create and manage your account and profile
- To personalize your experience and show you relevant content
- To communicate with you about your account, updates, and important notices
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and abuse
- To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
- To protect the rights, property, and safety of our users and the platform
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Public Information
The following information is publicly visible on your profile and posts:
- Username and display name
- Profile picture and bio
- Posts, comments, and content you share
- Public activity and interactions
Limited Sharing
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent or at your direction
- With service providers who assist in operating our platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- To comply with legal requirements, court orders, or government requests
- To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
- In connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition (with notice to users)
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and access controls
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
- Monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information in your profile
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Privacy Settings: Control who can see your profile and content through privacy settings
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (account-related emails may still be sent)
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels or use the settings available in your account.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Authenticate you and maintain your session
- Analyze how you use our platform to improve our services
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our platform.
7. Children's Privacy
Chekodi is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information immediately. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes. Some information may remain in backup systems for a limited period before being permanently deleted.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using Chekodi, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our platform.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our support channels. We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns and will respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.