Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 20, 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Account Information: Username, email, full name, and location
Profile Information: Skills you offer and want, descriptions, and availability
Usage Data: How you interact with the platform, pages visited, and features used
Messages: Communications between users through our messaging system
Payment Information: For paid subscriptions (processed securely by our payment provider)

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide and improve our skill-trading platform
To match you with relevant skill exchange opportunities
To communicate with you about your account and platform updates
To process payments for premium subscriptions
To ensure platform security and prevent fraud
To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these cases:

With Other Users: Your profile and skill listings are visible to other users
Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the platform
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

Encrypted password storage using bcrypt
Secure HTTPS connections
Regular security audits and updates
Restricted access to personal information

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Update or correct your information
Delete your account and associated data
Export your data
Opt-out of marketing communications

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use session cookies to maintain your login state and improve platform functionality. We do not use third-party tracking cookies for advertising purposes.

7. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active. After account deletion, we may retain certain information for legal compliance and security purposes.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify users of significant changes via email or platform notification.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at privacy@swapsweep.com