Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account details: name, email address, and profile photo when you sign up via Google Sign-In
- Content you submit: stories, posts, descriptions, and images you upload to the platform
- Reactions and interactions: emoji reactions, "sticks" (follows), and comments you make on posts
- Suggestions or feedback submitted through our suggestion page
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: pages visited, time spent, clicks, and navigation patterns
- Device information: browser type, operating system, screen size, and general device category
- IP address and approximate location (city/region level only — we do not track your precise location)
- Cookies and local storage used to keep you signed in and remember your preferences
Third-Party Services
We use the following services that may collect data independently:
Each of these services has their own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them if you have concerns.
How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account
- To display your submitted stories and posts on the platform
- To enable features like reactions, sticks, and author profiles
- To improve the website based on how it is used
- To contact you about your account if necessary — we will not send marketing emails without your consent
- To moderate content and maintain the safety and integrity of the platform
Your Content
When you submit a story or post on HlyWor, that content is visible to the public. Please do not share personal information in your posts that you would not want others to see.
You retain ownership of the content you submit. By posting on HlyWor, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, store, and share your content on the platform. You may request deletion of your content at any time by contacting us.
We do not sell your content to third parties.
Images and Uploaded Files
Images you upload are stored on Google Firebase Storage. Please only upload images you own or have explicit rights to use. Do not upload copyrighted photographs, movie posters, game artwork, or other protected material.
We reserve the right to remove images that violate copyright or community guidelines.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:
- With third-party service providers (Firebase, Google Analytics) solely to operate the platform
- If required by law, court order, or government authority
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of HlyWor, our users, or the public
Cookies
We use cookies and browser local storage to keep you signed in and remember your preferences. We do not use advertising cookies or tracking cookies beyond Google Analytics.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work correctly without them.
Data Retention
We retain your account data and content for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, though some information may be retained in backups for a short period thereafter.
Children's Privacy
HlyWor is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including using Firebase's built-in security infrastructure. However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out: