At Directorism, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Account information (name, email address, password)
Profile information (phone number, bio, profile picture)
Listing content (titles, descriptions, images, pricing)
Communications with us or other users
Payment information (processed securely by our payment providers)

Information Collected Automatically

When you use Directorism, we automatically collect:

Device information (browser type, operating system)
Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
Usage information (features used, actions taken)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our services
Process transactions and send related notifications
Send promotional communications (with your consent)
Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or illegal activities
Personalize and improve your experience

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With other users: Your public profile and listing information are visible to other users of the platform.
With service providers: We work with third-party companies to provide services like hosting, analytics, and payment processing.
For legal reasons: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
Business transfers: If we are involved in a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may also retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access and receive a copy of your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to processing of your data
Withdraw consent at any time
Opt-out of marketing communications

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information and improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly without them.

8. 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.

9. Children's Privacy

Directorism is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.