At Avatars, your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information while you enjoy our premium avatar services. By using Avatars, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

To provide our services, we collect the following information:

• GitHub account details (username, email) for authentication.
• Avatar creations and any customizations you make.
• Usage data to help us improve features and performance.
• Billing and subscription information for premium features.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us provide and enhance Avatars:

• Authenticate and manage your account securely.
• Generate and store your premium avatars.
• Personalize your experience and recommend features.
• Manage billing, subscriptions, and customer support.
• Analyze usage trends to improve our service.

3. Sharing & Disclosure

We respect your privacy. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

• To comply with legal obligations or government requests.
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of Avatars or our users.
• With service providers who assist us in delivering our platform (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements.

4. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, or enforce our agreements. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

5. Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information, including secure authentication via GitHub, encrypted storage, and regular security reviews. While we strive to safeguard your data, no system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, understand usage patterns, and improve our platform. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Billing & Payment Information

Payment details for subscriptions are processed securely through trusted third-party providers. We do not store your full payment information on our servers. Billing data is used only for processing payments, managing subscriptions, and providing invoices.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates to your information.
• Request deletion of your account and associated data.
• Opt-out of certain tracking or marketing communications.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may include links to third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies when visiting them.

10. Updates to This Policy

We continuously improve Avatars and may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the platform after updates means you accept the latest version.

11. Developer-Friendly Encouragement

We respect developers’ creativity and privacy. Your data helps us provide better tools for building, sharing, and experimenting with avatars while keeping your information secure. Enjoy creating, sharing, and contributing confidently!

12. Contact Us

For any questions, feedback, or requests regarding your privacy, reach out to us at support@avatars.com. We’re happy to assist and ensure your data is handled responsibly.