Privacy Policy
Important: This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, and provides clear instructions on how to request data deletion.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:
- Account information (username, email address, profile details)
- Content you create (posts, messages, comments)
- Communications between you and other users
- Calendar events and scheduling information
- Invoice and financial records you upload
- Parenting plan documents and related information
- Subject selection preferences and voting data
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our co-parenting platform services
- Enable communication between co-parents
- Facilitate shared calendar management
- Process invoice sharing and expense tracking
- Support collaborative decision-making tools
- Improve our services and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only:
- With your explicit consent
- With your designated co-parent as part of the platform functionality
- To comply with legal requirements or court orders
- To protect our rights or the safety of our users
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Secure server infrastructure
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information for longer periods as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
6. Your Right to Data Deletion
How to Request Data Deletion
You have the right to request that we delete your personal data. You can request data deletion through our contact form:
Contact Form Data Deletion Request
- Visit our contact page at /contactus/
- Select "Privacy/Data Deletion" as the topic
- Provide your username and email address in your message
- Include verification of your identity (account details)
- Submit your request
Alternative Contact: If you cannot access the contact form, you may send an email to the site administrators through the platform's messaging system requesting data deletion assistance.
What Happens When You Request Deletion
- Response Time: We will respond to your request within 30 days
- Verification: We may ask you to verify your identity before processing
- Scope: We will delete all personal data associated with your account
- Exceptions: Some data may be retained if required by law or for legitimate business purposes
- Confirmation: You will receive confirmation once deletion is complete
What Data is Deleted
Upon your request, we will delete:
- Your account profile and personal information
- Posts, messages, and communications
- Calendar events and scheduling data
- Invoice and financial records
- Parenting plan documents
- Subject selection and voting history
- Usage data and analytics tied to your account
Data Retention Exceptions
We may retain certain information even after deletion request in the following limited circumstances:
- Legal compliance requirements
- Fraud prevention and security purposes
- Backup systems (automatically purged within 90 days)
- Anonymous, aggregated data that cannot identify you
7. Your Other Privacy Rights
In addition to data deletion, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Restriction: Request processing limitations
- Objection: Object to certain data processing
8. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately.
9. Third-Party Integrations
Our platform may integrate with third-party services (such as social media platforms). This privacy policy does not cover their practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date.
12. International Users
If you are located outside the United States, please note that we transfer, process, and store your information in the United States. By using our service, you consent to this transfer and processing.
13. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information.
14. GDPR Compliance
For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not complied with applicable data protection laws.
Effective Date: This privacy policy is effective as of December 22, 2024.
Last Updated: December 22, 2024