Privacy Policy  
Effective Date: Sunday 1st December 2024  

Introduction  
At unloked.com, we respect and protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you use our social media platform. By using unloked.com, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.  

1. Information We Collect  
We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services:  
a. Personal Information  
- Name, email address, phone number, profile picture, and other details you provide during registration.  
- Optional demographic information (e.g., age, gender).  
b. User-Generated Content  
- Posts, comments, photos, videos, and other content you share.  
- Metadata associated with your content (e.g., time stamps, location tags).  
c. Behavioural and Usage Data  
- Interactions on the platform (likes, shares, follows, messages).  
- Activity logs (e.g., login times, browsing behaviour).  
d. Device and Location Data  
- IP address, device type, operating system, and browser information.  
- Location data (if enabled by your device).  
e. Cookies and Tracking Technologies  
- Session data, preferences, and analytics collected via cookies, pixels, or similar tools.  

2. How We Use Your Information  
We use your information to:  
- Provide core platform features, such as user profiles, feeds, and messaging.  
- Personalize your experience by tailoring content and recommendations.  
- Analyse platform usage to improve functionality and user experience.  
- Enable social connections (e.g., followers, friends, group memberships).  
- Communicate with you regarding updates, promotions, or issues.  
- Ensure compliance with legal obligations and platform security.  

3. How We Share Your Information  
a. Service Providers  
We share your information with trusted third-party vendors who help us provide services, such as hosting, analytics, and technical support.  
b. Business Partners  
With your consent, we may share data with advertisers and partners to offer relevant content or promotions.  
c. Legal and Security Purposes  
We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, or protect our rights, users, and platform from harm.  

4. Your Privacy Choices and Rights  
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:  
a. Manage Your Data  
- Update or delete your account information in your profile settings.  
- Download your data using platform tools (if available).  
b. Control Your Privacy  
- Set your profile visibility to public, private, or custom audiences.  
- Adjust settings for who can view or interact with your posts.  
c. Opt-Out Options  
- Unsubscribe from promotional emails or notifications.  
- Manage cookie preferences through browser settings or our consent banner.  
d. Data Deletion  
- Request account deletion through [Insert Contact Method or Support Page].  

5. Data Retention  
We retain your information as long as your account is active or necessary for fulfilling service obligations and complying with legal requirements. Deleted accounts may still retain data backups for security or legal purposes for a limited time.  

6. Security Measures  
We prioritize your data’s safety and employ SSL encryption, two-factor authentication (2FA), and regular audits to secure data transmissions. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.  

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies  
We use cookies to enhance your experience. These may include essential cookies for basic functionality, performance cookies to track usage, and advertising cookies for personalized ads. You can manage cookies via your browser or our consent tools.  

8. Third-Party Links  
Our platform may link to external websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their policies separately.  

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy  
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or regulations. Major changes will be communicated via email or a notice on the platform. Please review this policy regularly for updates.  

10. Contact Us  
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us:  
Response Time: We aim to respond to inquiries within 10 business days.