This Privacy Policy explains how PhillyCircle.com (“PhillyCircle,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you access or use our website, services, features, content, or applications (collectively, the “Service”). By using PhillyCircle.com, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Age Requirement (16+)

PhillyCircle.com is intended only for users who are at least 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16. If we become aware that an account belongs to a user under 16, we may terminate the account and delete associated data without notice.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information you provide directly, information generated through your use of the Service, and technical data automatically collected. This may include account information, user-generated content, device and browser data, IP address, usage activity, and interaction data.

3. How We Use Information

Information is used to operate and maintain the Service, enable community features, moderate content, enforce our Terms & Conditions, improve performance and security, detect abuse or fraud, and display advertisements or sponsored content where applicable.

4. User-Generated Content

Content you voluntarily submit may be visible to other users or the public, depending on the nature of the Service. You understand that the content you post may be shared, copied, indexed, or stored by third parties beyond our control.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

PhillyCircle.com uses cookies, localStorage, session storage, and similar technologies to keep users logged in, remember preferences, analyze usage, and improve functionality. Disabling cookies may affect site performance or features.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share information with service providers, for legal compliance, to enforce our Terms, to protect the Service, or in connection with a business transfer. We do not sell personal information for money.

7. Data Retention

We retain information as long as necessary to operate the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Deleted accounts may retain residual data for backup, legal, or security purposes.

8. Account Termination & Data Removal

Accounts may be suspended or terminated at any time, with or without notice. Upon termination, access to data and content may be permanently removed, and restoration is not guaranteed.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information. Requests may be denied where legally permitted.

11. Third-Party Services

PhillyCircle.com may link to or integrate third-party services, advertisements, or media. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third parties.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.