Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

OpenRated ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (display name, avatar)
• Reviews and ratings you submit
• Communications you send to us

Information Collected Automatically

• Device and browser information
• IP address and approximate location
• Usage data (pages visited, interactions)
• Cookies and similar technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Process and display your reviews
• Communicate with you about your account
• Improve our platform and user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in operating our platform
• Law enforcement when required by law
• Other users (only your public profile and reviews)

5. Data Security

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

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Export your data in a portable format

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze usage patterns. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Data Retention

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

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our platform or sending you an email.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].