Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 5, 2025
1. Introduction
Liberty Routes ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide:
- Account information (email, username, password)
- Profile information (display name, bio, location preferences)
- Content you post (forum posts, comments, messages)
- Communications with us (support requests, feedback)
Information collected automatically:
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
- IP address and approximate location
- Cookies and similar technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Personalize your experience
- Send service-related communications
- Respond to your inquiries
- Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers: Third parties who help us operate the Service (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
- Other users: Your public profile and posts are visible to other users
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you use the Service
- Improve our services
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit some features.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Employee training on data protection
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your data
- Export your data
- Object to certain processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@libertyroutes.com
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we need to retain data for legal purposes.
9. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
10. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notice on the Service.
12. Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact:
Email: privacy@libertyroutes.com