Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

Welcome to Voice of the Fans (VOTF). 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.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect the following information:

• Username
• Email address
• First name (optional)
• Last name (optional)
• Country / location
• Gender (optional)
• Date of birth (optional; used for age verification)

1.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our platform:

• Posts, comments, likes, dislikes, and reactions
• Channel and sub-channel preferences
• Interaction patterns and engagement metrics

We do not currently collect device information or IP addresses as part of usage data. If this changes, we will update this Privacy Policy prior to such collection.

1.3 Technical Information

We collect limited technical data to improve our services:

• App version and aggregated usage statistics
• Error logs and performance data that do not include your IP address

We do not currently collect device identifiers, device type, or IP addresses.

1.4 Why We Collect Personal Information

We collect the above information for the following purposes:

• Username / Email address: Account creation, authentication, login recovery, and notifications
• First name / Last name (optional): Personalization, customer support, and legal compliance where applicable
• Country / location: Regional features, localization, and compliance with local laws and eligibility requirements
• Gender (optional): Personalization and aggregated analytics to improve content relevance
• Date of birth (optional): Age verification, eligibility checks, and aggregated analytics

1.5 Optional and Sensitive Information

Some information you provide is optional and may be considered sensitive in certain jurisdictions (for example, date of birth). Where applicable, we use this information solely for the purposes described above, apply appropriate safeguards, and store it securely. You can choose not to provide optional fields; however, certain features (such as age-restricted content) may require date of birth for access.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our platform and services
• Personalization: To customize your experience based on your preferences and interests
• Communication: To send you notifications, updates, and important information about your account
• Moderation: To enforce community guidelines, detect abuse, and maintain a safe environment
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform's functionality
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

3.1 Public Content

Content you post publicly (posts, comments, polls) is visible to other users and may be accessible through our platform.

3.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, such as:

• Cloud hosting and database services (Supabase)
• Authentication and security services
• Analytics and monitoring tools

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes, subpoenas, or government requests
• Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Prevent fraud or abuse

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL)
• Secure database storage with access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Authentication and authorization protocols

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can access and review your personal information through your account settings
• Correction: You can update or correct your information at any time
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: You can adjust notification preferences in your account settings

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication state
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze usage patterns and improve performance

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using our platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries, which may have different data protection laws.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Maintain platform security and integrity

When you delete your account, we will remove your personal information, though some data may be retained for legal or security purposes.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification (if significant changes occur)

Your continued use of the platform after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

• Email: bontibenjamin2@gmail.com
• Visit our Contact Page for more ways to reach us

12. Regional Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional privacy rights under applicable laws (such as GDPR, CCPA). If you are a resident of the European Union, California, or other jurisdictions with specific privacy laws, please contact us to exercise your rights.