Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Social Perks, Inc. ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Social Perks platform. Please read this policy carefully. By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

Information You Provide

• Account registration data (name, email, password)
• Business profile information (name, address, category)
• Influencer profile data (social handles, follower counts, niche)
• Payment and billing information (processed by Stripe)
• Campaign content and submissions
• Communications with our support team
• Newsletter signup email addresses (collected when you opt in to our marketing newsletter; used only to send the newsletter and related product updates, never sold or shared with third parties — you can unsubscribe at any time)

Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, session duration)
• IP address and approximate location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
• Process transactions and manage campaigns
• Match influencers with relevant business campaigns
• Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
• Ensure FTC compliance for sponsored content
• Send service-related notifications and updates
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the user experience
• Provide customer support

4. How We Share Your Information

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

• Service providers: Third-party vendors who help operate the Platform (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
• Business partners: When you participate in a campaign, relevant information is shared with the campaign creator
• Legal obligations: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, preferences, analytics, and security. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may limit Platform functionality.

• Essential cookies: Required for Platform operation (authentication, security)
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain data after account deletion for legal compliance, dispute resolution, and fraud prevention purposes, generally no longer than 3 years after account closure.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest, access controls, regular security audits, and monitoring. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@socialperks.io. We will respond within 30 days.

9. GDPR Compliance (EEA Users)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process personal data under lawful bases including consent, contract performance, legitimate interests, and legal obligations. You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object. Our Data Protection Officer can be reached at dpo@socialperks.io.

10. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at privacy@socialperks.io. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

11. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on the Platform at least 30 days before they take effect. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at: