DI Feed - Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

DI Feed ("we," "us," or "our") operates the DI Feed website and services (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your personal information when you use our Service. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly, including:

• Account information (email address, name, username, password)
• Profile information (organization, bio, preferences)
• Content you create (articles, comments, feedback, messages)
• Communications with us (support requests, inquiries)

2.2 Automatic Information Collection

When you use our Service, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage data (pages visited, time on page, referral source, clicks)
• Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• IP address (for security and analytics purposes)
• Authentication tokens and session data

2.3 Cookies and Local Storage

We use cookies and browser storage to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and improve your experience. We do not use third-party tracking cookies. Authentication tokens are stored securely in your browser.

3. Analytics and Tracking

3.1 Vercel Web Analytics

We use Vercel Web Analytics to understand how users interact with our site. This analytics service is cookieless and does not track you across third-party sites. Analytics data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.

3.2 First-Party Analytics

We may use other first-party analytics tools to improve our Service. These tools do not involve third-party tracking.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining the Service
• Creating and managing your account
• Personalizing your experience
• Communicating with you about the Service or your account
• Analyzing usage patterns and improving the Service
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud
• Complying with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing

5.1 No Sale of Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

5.2 Service Providers

We may share information with service providers who help us operate the Service, such as hosting providers, analytics services, and payment processors. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

5.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required by law, by a court order, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

5.4 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You may access, update, or delete your personal information by logging into your account. If you need assistance, please contact us.

6.2 Regional Privacy Rights

If you reside in a region with specific privacy rights (such as the European Union under GDPR or California under CCPA), you may have additional rights, including:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to correct inaccurate data
• Right to delete your data
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to opt-out of certain processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@difeed.com with your request.

6.3 Communication Preferences

You may opt-out of promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us directly.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong password and to keep it confidential. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time, subject to legal or operational requirements.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: support@difeed.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.