At Zoobilly.com ("Zoobilly," "we," "us," or "our"), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social media platform, where you can share posts, photos, videos, and connect with others. By using Zoobilly.com, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. The types of information we collect include:

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username, email address, password, and any additional information you provide, such as your name, profile picture, bio, or date of birth.
• User Content: We collect the content you post, such as text, photos, videos, comments, and messages, as well as metadata associated with this content (e.g., timestamps, location tags if enabled).
• Communications: If you contact us (e.g., via support@zoobilly.com), we collect the information you provide, such as your email address and the content of your message.
• Other Submissions: Information you provide through surveys, contests, or other features on Zoobilly.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with Zoobilly, such as pages viewed, features used, time spent on the platform, and interactions with posts or other users.
• Device and Technical Information: We collect data about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and network information.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track activity, store preferences, and improve functionality. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
• Location Information: If you enable location services, we may collect precise or approximate location data from your device to provide location-based features (e.g., geotagging posts).

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Connected Accounts: If you link your Zoobilly account to third-party services (e.g., other social media platforms), we may receive information from those services, such as your profile details or contacts, based on their privacy policies.
• Third-Party Analytics: We work with third-party partners to collect analytics data about how users interact with Zoobilly, which helps us improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate, improve, and personalize Zoobilly. Specific uses include:

• Providing Services: To create and manage your account, display your content, and enable interactions with other users (e.g., likes, comments, messages).
• Personalization: To tailor your experience, such as suggesting content, accounts to follow, or personalized ads based on your interests and activity.
• Analytics and Improvement: To analyze usage trends, monitor performance, and enhance the platform's functionality and security.
• Communication: To send you updates, notifications, promotional offers, or respond to your inquiries.
• Advertising: To deliver targeted advertisements on Zoobilly or third-party platforms, based on your activity and interests.
• Legal and Safety: To enforce our Terms of Service, detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security threats, and comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following ways:

• Public Content: Content you post publicly (e.g., posts, profile information) is visible to other users and may be shared or viewed outside Zoobilly.
• With Your Consent: We share information when you explicitly allow it, such as sharing a post to a third-party platform or connecting your account to another service.
• Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors who help us operate Zoobilly, such as hosting providers, analytics services, or advertising partners. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes (e.g., subpoenas, court orders) or to protect Zoobilly's rights, property, or safety.
• Business Transfers: If Zoobilly is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, but we will notify you of any changes in how your data is handled.

4. Your Choices and Controls

You have control over your information:

• Account Settings: You can update your profile, adjust privacy settings (e.g., make your account private), or delete your account through Zoobilly's settings.
• Location Data: You can disable location services in your device settings or Zoobilly's app settings to prevent collection of location data.
• Cookies: You can manage cookies through your browser settings or opt out of certain tracking via our cookie consent tool (where applicable).
• Communications: You can opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails. You may still receive essential notifications (e.g., account security alerts).
• Data Access and Deletion: You can request access to or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at privacy@zoobilly.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal obligations.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data. You are responsible for using strong passwords and safeguarding your account credentials.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When you delete your account, we will remove your personal information within a reasonable period, except for data we are required to retain (e.g., for legal purposes) or anonymized data used for analytics.

7. International Data Transfers

Zoobilly is based in the United States, and your information may be processed or stored in the U.S. or other countries. By using Zoobilly, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your jurisdiction, which may have different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

8. Children's Privacy

Zoobilly is not intended for users under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it. If you believe a user under 18 has provided us with information, please contact us at privacy@zoobilly.com.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Zoobilly may include links to third-party websites, apps, or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on Zoobilly.com or through other communications (e.g., email or in-app notifications). Your continued use of Zoobilly after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@zoobilly.com

Thank you for trusting Zoobilly.com with your information. We are committed to fostering a safe and engaging community for you to connect and share.