Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
1. Information We Collect
Atlas collects information to provide better services to our users and improve our platform. We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username, email address, and password.
- Profile Information: You may choose to provide additional information such as your reading preferences, favorite genres, and profile picture.
- User Content: Comments, reviews, ratings, and other content you submit to the platform.
- Communication: Information you provide when contacting our support team.
Information We Collect Automatically
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our platform, including pages visited, time spent, and features used.
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and IP address.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Personalize your experience and recommend content
- Process transactions and send related information
- Send technical notices, updates, and support messages
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, conducting business, or servicing you.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication procedures
- Secure data storage practices
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Update
You can access and update your account information through your profile settings.
Deletion
You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting our support team.
Opt-out
You can opt out of certain communications and data collection by adjusting your account settings.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze how you use our platform
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Improve our services and user experience
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.
7. Third-Party Services
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and services.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information.
9. 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 information in accordance with this policy.
10. Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
11. 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.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through the provided contact information on our website.