Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Accountable Club (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, profile photo (optional)
• Submissions: Text content, photos, and videos you share when completing accountables
• Messages: Communications with other members
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we don't store full card numbers)

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: How you interact with the service, features used, timestamps
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed
• Cookies: Essential cookies for authentication and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the service
• Process your subscription and payments
• Send you weekly accountables and notifications
• Enable community features and messaging
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send service-related communications
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information in these limited circumstances:

• With Other Members: Submissions you complete are visible to other members who completed the same accountable (after results release)
• Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate (e.g., Stripe for payments, email providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure payment processing through Stripe

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correct: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete: Request deletion of your data and account
• Export: Download your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails
• Restrict: Limit how we process your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or use the settings in your account.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Ensure security

We do not use advertising cookies or sell data to advertisers. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention).

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

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 for such transfers in compliance with applicable law.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt-out of sales (though we don't sell personal data). Contact us to exercise these rights.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through the service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at: