Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Recarted ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our content monetization platform and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address and username
• Name and profile information
• Password (encrypted using industry-standard hashing)
• Account preferences and settings

2.2 Creator Information

For creator accounts, we additionally collect:

• Social media channel URLs and handles
• Content metadata (titles, descriptions, thumbnails)
• Performance metrics and analytics data
• Payment and tax information for monetization

2.3 Content Data

When you use our content analysis features:

• Video URLs and metadata from supported platforms
• AI-generated analysis results and product detection data
• Images and frames extracted from your content
• Transcription data from audio content

2.4 Usage Analytics

We automatically collect:

• Page views, clicks, and user interactions
• Device information and browser type
• IP address (hashed for privacy protection)
• Referral sources and campaign tracking data

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core Services

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our platform services
• Process content analysis and product detection
• Generate AI-powered insights and recommendations
• Facilitate affiliate link management and tracking

3.2 Analytics and Optimization

Your data helps us:

• Track cart performance and conversion metrics
• Provide creators with detailed analytics dashboards
• Optimize AI models for better product detection
• Improve platform performance and user experience

3.3 Communication

We may use your contact information to:

• Send important account and security notifications
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Share platform updates and new features (with your consent)

4. AI and Machine Learning

4.1 Content Analysis

Our AI systems analyze your content to:

• Detect and identify products in videos and images
• Generate product descriptions and categorizations
• Create thumbnails and promotional images
• Provide relevance scores and recommendations

4.2 Data Training

We may use anonymized and aggregated data to:

• Improve our AI model accuracy and performance
• Train new product detection capabilities
• Enhance our recommendation algorithms

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 Third-Party Integrations

We share data with trusted partners to provide our services:

• YouTube, Instagram, TikTok: Platform APIs for content access
• Affiliate Networks: Commission tracking and payment processing
• AI Providers: Content analysis and image generation services
• Analytics Services: Performance tracking and insights

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations and court orders
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Enforce our Terms of Service

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

6. Data Security

6.1 Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures including:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure password hashing with industry-standard algorithms
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication systems

6.2 Data Storage

Your data is stored in secure, geographically distributed data centers with redundancy and backup systems to ensure availability and protection.

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Update or correct your account details
• Download your data in a portable format
• Delete your account and associated data

7.2 Privacy Settings

You can control:

• Public visibility of your creator profile and content
• Email notification preferences
• Analytics data sharing with partners
• AI training data usage (opt-out available)

7.3 Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services. You can request deletion at any time, though some data may be retained for legal or operational requirements.

8. Cookies and Tracking

8.1 Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your login session and preferences
• Track cart views and affiliate link clicks
• Analyze website performance and user behavior
• Provide personalized content and recommendations

8.2 Analytics Tracking

Our analytics system tracks user interactions to help creators understand their audience and optimize their content strategy.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. 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 privacy rights regardless of location.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes via email or platform notifications.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

• Email: dudes@recarted.co
• Our admin dashboard support system
• The contact forms available on our platform