Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Username, email address, and encrypted password when you register
• Profile Information: Display name, bio, profile image, and social media links (optional)
• Transaction Data: Purchase history, order numbers, and payment information (processed by Stripe)
• Usage Data: Page views, build interactions, and general platform usage (anonymized via IP hashing)

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain the Platform
• To process transactions and send purchase confirmations
• To send notifications (in-app and email, based on your preferences)
• To improve the Platform through anonymized analytics
• To enforce our Terms of Service and prevent abuse

3. Payment Processing

We use Stripe to process payments. We do not store your credit card information on our servers. Payment data is handled entirely by Stripe in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

4. Data Sharing

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

• Stripe: For payment processing
• Creators: Your username is visible on reviews and comments you post
• Law enforcement: When required by law or to protect the safety of users

5. Cookies and Sessions

We use session cookies to keep you logged in and store your preferences. These cookies are essential for the Platform to function and are not used for tracking.

6. Email Communications

We may send you email notifications for sales, followers, reviews, and other platform activity. You can manage your email preferences in your account settings. We will never send marketing emails without your consent.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Transaction records are kept for accounting and legal purposes. You may request account deletion by contacting us.

8. Data Security

We implement security measures including:

• Password hashing (never stored in plain text)
• CSRF protection on all forms
• HTTPS for data transmission
• Rate limiting to prevent abuse
• Security headers (XSS protection, content type sniffing prevention)

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account
• Opt out of email notifications

10. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through the Platform.

12. Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact us at kerisbuilds.website@gmail.com.