1. Introduction

At Deskologist, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Username, email address, name, and profile picture
• Content: Desk setup photos, descriptions, parts lists, and comments
• Communications: Messages you send to us or other users

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs

2.3 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze site traffic and usage
• Provide security features

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process your account registration and authentication
• Display your content to other users
• Send service-related communications
• Improve and personalize user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

4.1 Public Information

Your username, profile picture, desk setups, and comments are visible to all users. Your email address is never publicly displayed.

4.2 Third-Party Services

We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our platform (hosting, email, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers or acquisitions

4.3 What We Don't Do

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage with reputable providers

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt-out of marketing communications

6.2 Do Not Track

We respect Do Not Track signals and do not track users across third-party websites.

7. Third-Party Services

Our Service uses the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Authentication and database services
• Cloudflare: Content delivery and security
• Backblaze B2: Image storage
• Plausible Analytics: Privacy-focused analytics
• OpenAI: Content moderation
• Resend: Transactional email delivery

Each service has its own privacy policy, and we encourage you to review them.

8. Children's Privacy

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

9. International Data Transfers

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

10. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, we remove your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold.

12. Changes to This Policy

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

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may also use the contact form on our website.