Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
- •Full Name and Username
- •Email Address
- •Profile Picture and Bio
- •Phone Number (optional)
1.2 Content Information
- •Creative submissions and artistic content
- •Poetry, writing, and literary works
- •Visual art, images, and multimedia content
- •Comments and interactions
- •Contest entries and voting data
- •Audio recordings (for open mic features)
1.3 Technical Information
- •Device information (model, OS, version)
- •IP address and location data
- •App usage analytics and crash reports
- •Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- •Network information and connection details
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Service Provision
- •Provide and maintain the Versiviva platform
- •Enable creative contests and competitions
- •Facilitate user interactions and community features
- •Process contest entries and voting
- •Deliver personalized content recommendations
2.2 Communication
- •Send app updates and notifications
- •Respond to user inquiries and support requests
- •Share contest results and announcements
- •Provide marketing communications (with consent)
2.3 Platform Improvement
- •Analyze usage patterns and user behavior
- •Improve app performance and features
- •Conduct research and development
- •Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
2.4 Legal Compliance
- •Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- •Respond to legal requests and court orders
- •Protect our rights and prevent misuse
- •Enforce our Terms of Service
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
3.1 Third-Party Service Providers
- •Cloud hosting and storage providers (Supabase, AWS)
- •Authentication services (Google, Apple Sign-In)
- •Analytics providers (Google Analytics, Firebase)
- •Payment processors (for premium features)
- •Email service providers
3.2 Public Content
- •Creative submissions may be displayed publicly
- •Contest entries are visible to other participants
- •User profiles and bios are public by default
- •Comments and interactions are visible to the community
3.3 Legal Requirements
- •Compliance with court orders and legal requests
- •Protection of our rights and property
- •Prevention of fraud and illegal activities
- •Emergency situations requiring immediate action
3.4 Business Transfers
- •In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- •User data may be transferred to the new entity
- •Users will be notified of any material changes
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure cloud storage, and regular security audits to protect your personal information.
4.1 Security Practices
- •End-to-End Encryption
- •Secure Cloud Storage
- •Regular Security Audits
- •Access Controls
5. User Rights
5.1 Data Control
- •Right to Access Personal Data
- •Right to Correction
- •Right to Deletion
- •Right to Data Portability
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
6.1 Retention Periods
- •Account information: Until account deletion
- •Content submissions: Until user requests deletion
- •Analytics data: Up to 2 years
- •Support communications: Up to 3 years
- •Legal compliance data: As required by law
7. Children's Privacy
Versiviva is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
7.1 Age Verification
- •Users must be at least 13 years old to create an account
- •We may request age verification for certain features
- •Parents can contact us to request deletion of their child's data
8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred and processed in countries outside your home country, including the United States, ensuring compliance with international data protection regulations.
9. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes through app notifications or email.
10. Contact Information
For any privacy-related questions or concerns, please contact us: