Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 04, 2025
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Handle, we believe your privacy is fundamental. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our platform. We've designed this to be straightforward and transparent.
Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide you with a great experience:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and password (encrypted)
- Profile Information: Display name, bio, and profile picture (all optional)
- Content: Posts, comments, and messages you create on the platform
- Usage Data: How you interact with our platform, including features you use and time spent
- Technical Information: IP address, device type, and browser information
How We Use Your Information
We use your information exclusively for:
- Providing and improving our services
- Personalizing your experience
- Communicating with you about your account or our services
- Ensuring platform security and preventing abuse
- Analyzing usage patterns to improve features and performance
We do not sell your personal information.
Unlike many social platforms, we do not monetize your data by selling it to advertisers or third parties. Our business model is based on subscriptions, not surveillance.
Analytics and Tracking
We use analytics tools solely to understand how our platform is used and to improve your experience. This includes:
- Which features are most valuable to users
- Where users encounter difficulties or confusion
- How we can optimize performance and reliability
All analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. We do not build individual profiles for advertising purposes.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Regular security audits and testing
- Strict access controls for our team members
- Continuous monitoring for suspicious activity
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Object to certain processing of your information
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@handle.app.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as our services evolve. We will notify you of significant changes through the platform or via email.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our practices, please contact us at privacy@handle.app.
Your privacy is our priority.