1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, username, and profile photo.

Payment Information: Payment details are processed and stored by our payment provider (Stripe). STRYK does not store full credit card numbers.

Usage Data: We collect information about how you use STRYK, including pages visited, Stryks viewed, searches performed, and interactions.

Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and operate the STRYK platform
• To process payments and escrow transactions
• To send notifications about your Stryks, bids, and payments
• To enforce our Terms of Service and moderate content
• To improve the platform and develop new features
• To prevent fraud and maintain platform security

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:

• Other Users: Your username, display name, reputation score, and public profile info are visible to other users.
• Payment Processors: Stripe processes your payment information.
• Law Enforcement: When required by law or to protect user safety.
• Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, and moderation services that help us operate.

4. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Transaction records are kept for 7 years for legal compliance. You may request deletion of your account and personal data at any time.

5. Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a standard format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

6. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. Analytics cookies help us understand platform usage. You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings.

7. Security

We use industry-standard encryption (TLS/SSL) for data in transit. Payment data is handled by PCI-compliant processors. We conduct regular security reviews and monitoring.

8. Children

STRYK is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we discover a minor's account, it will be terminated immediately.

9. Changes

We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification at least 30 days before taking effect.

10. Contact

Privacy questions? Contact us at privacy@strykme.com