1. Introduction

At Utrippin ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website utrippin.ai and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Profile information (username, bio, profile picture)
• Payment information for subscription services
• Communication preferences

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our service:

• IP address and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Search queries and content interactions
• Browser type and operating system

2.3 User-Generated Content

We collect content you create and share on our platform:

• Travel stories and posts
• Comments and reviews
• Photos and media uploads
• Bookmarks and favorites

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process payments and manage subscriptions
• Personalize your experience and content recommendations
• Communicate with you about our services
• Improve our platform and develop new features
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

4.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform:

• Payment processors (Stripe)
• Cloud hosting services
• Analytics and monitoring tools
• Customer support platforms

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve our services

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through your account settings.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how you use our site
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing cookies: Deliver relevant content and advertisements

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. 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 believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. 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 in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy 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. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

14. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For more information about your California privacy rights, please contact us.

15. GDPR Compliance

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For more information about your GDPR rights, please contact us.