Privacy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account and use Babiry, you provide:

• Account Information: Email address, username, password (encrypted)
• Profile Information: Name, profile picture (optional)
• Content: Photos, text, videos, and other content you upload
• Children's Information: Names, birthdates, and photos of children in your diary

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use Babiry, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the service
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Section 4)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the Babiry service
• Create and manage your account
• Store and display your diary content
• Communicate with you about your account and service updates
• Improve and optimize our service
• Ensure security and prevent abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

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

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Where We Store Data

Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information.

3.2 Security Measures

We take security seriously and implement:

• Encrypted password storage
• Secure HTTPS connections
• Regular security updates
• Access controls and monitoring

3.3 Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we will delete your data within 30 days, except where we are legally required to retain certain information.

4. Cookies and Tracking

4.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our service.

4.2 How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Analytics Cookies: Understand how you use our service (anonymous data)

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of Babiry.

5. Sharing Your Information

5.1 Within Babiry

Your diary content is shared according to the privacy settings you choose:

• Private: Only you and invited members can view
• Members Only: Only logged-in Babiry users can view
• Public: Anyone can view your diary

5.2 We Do Not Share With Third Parties

We do not use external services or share your data with third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Safety: To protect the safety of users or the public

6. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Restriction: Restrict how we process your data
• Objection: Object to certain data processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days at no charge.

7. Children's Privacy

Babiry is designed for parents and guardians to document their children's memories. While the service involves children's information:

• Users must be at least 16 years old to create an account
• Parents/guardians are responsible for content about children
• We do not knowingly collect data directly from children under 16
• Parents have full control over what information is shared

8. International Data Transfers

Babiry is hosted on servers that may be located outside your country. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your own.

We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the service.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data:

Email: [email protected]

11. Account and Data Deletion

To delete your account and all associated data:

1. Contact us at [email protected]
2. Provide your username and email address
3. We will delete your account and data within 30 days

Note: Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure to back up any content you want to keep before requesting deletion.