Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1/19/2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, update your profile, make a purchase, participate in community features, or contact us for support.

Personal Information

  • Name and contact information (email address)
  • Profile information and preferences
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
  • Communication preferences

Content and Activity

  • Stories, comments, and other content you create
  • Reading history and preferences
  • Community interactions and engagement
  • Search queries and browsing activity

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services, communicate with you, and ensure a safe and engaging community experience.

  • Provide and personalize our literary platform services
  • Process transactions and manage subscriptions
  • Send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
  • Improve our platform and develop new features
  • Ensure community safety and enforce our Terms of Service
  • Analyze usage patterns and optimize user experience

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With your explicit consent
  • With service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
  • To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights
  • In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
  • To protect the safety and security of our users and platform

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and review your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Withdraw consent where applicable
  • Data portability (export your data)

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

9. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods vary depending on the type of information and purpose.

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 "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

📧 privacy@wattiya.com

📞 +1 (555) 123-4567

🏢 Wattiya HQ
123 Story Lane
Literature City, LC 12345