Privacy Policy for Zinkly.org

Last updated: June 9, 2025

Welcome to Zinkly.org (“we,” “us,” “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit and use our social media platform located at https://zinkly.org (the “Service”).

By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services and improve your experience. The types of information we collect include:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Account information: When you register or create an account, we collect your name, email address, username, password, profile picture, and other profile details.

• Content: Any content you post, upload, or share on Zinkly.org, including messages, photos, videos, comments, and other materials.

• Communications: Information you provide when contacting us or interacting with customer support.

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Usage Data: Information about your interactions with the Service, such as pages visited, features used, time and duration of visits, and device information.

• Device Data: IP address, browser type and settings, device type, operating system, mobile network information.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our Service. These technologies help us:

• Recognize your device and remember your preferences and settings

• Analyze how you use the Service to improve functionality and user experience

• Deliver personalized content, including targeted advertisements

• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the Service may not function properly without cookies.

We also use third-party services such as Google Analytics and Google Ads that use cookies and similar technologies to collect information and help us serve relevant ads based on your interests.

1.4 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services you connect to Zinkly.org or through public sources (e.g., social media platforms if you log in via third-party accounts).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain the Service

• To create and manage your account

• To personalize your experience and improve the Service

• To communicate with you, including sending account-related updates, notifications, and promotional materials (you may opt out of marketing communications)

• To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve the Service

• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security breaches

• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests by public authorities

2.1 Promotions and Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may send you promotional emails, newsletters, and offers related to Zinkly.org and our partners. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link included in each email or by contacting us at privacy@zinkly.org.

We may also show you targeted ads on Zinkly.org or through third-party platforms like Google Ads, Facebook Ads, or other advertising networks based on your usage and interests. These ads may use cookies or device identifiers to deliver more relevant promotions.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other users: Your profile and content you share publicly may be visible to other users of Zinkly.org.

• With service providers: We may share your information with vendors, consultants, and other service providers who perform services on our behalf.

• For legal reasons: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights, we may disclose your information.

• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Your Choices and Controls

• Account Settings: You can update or delete your profile information through your account settings.

• Content Visibility: You control who can see the content you share.

• Cookies: You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings.

• Marketing Communications: You can opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link in emails.

• Data Access and Deletion: You may request access to your personal data or request deletion by contacting us at privacy@zinkly.org.

4.1 Account Deletion and Data Removal

You can delete your Zinkly.org account at any time through your account settings. When you delete your account:

• Your profile, personal information, and content will be removed from public view.

• We will begin the process of permanently deleting your data from our servers. This process may take up to 30 days.

• Some information may remain in backup storage for a limited period to comply with legal obligations or for legitimate business purposes but will not be used to identify you.

If you wish to delete your account or request data removal but cannot do so through your settings, please contact us at privacy@zinkly.org for assistance.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service. We may retain some information to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

7. Children’s Privacy

Zinkly.org is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us, and we will delete it promptly.

8. International Users

If you are accessing Zinkly.org from outside your country, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the country where we operate, which may have different data protection laws.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Email: support@zinkly.org
Address: Zinkly.org Privacy Team, Greece Corfu