Introduction

At RateMyCities, we value your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect data necessary to provide our service:

• Account & Profile: Email, encrypted password, display name, avatar, and bio.
• User Content: Reviews, ratings, comments, likes, favorites, and trip history.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and access times (collected automatically).

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve RateMyCities services.
• To personalize your experience and show relevant content.
• To send account-related notifications (replies, updates).
• To prevent fraud and maintain platform security.

3. Sharing & Public Data

• Public Visibility: Your profile, comments, and ratings are visible to other users.
• Service Providers: We work with trusted partners like Google to run the platform and keep it secure.
• Legal: We only disclose data if required by law or to protect our rights. We do not sell your personal information.

4. Data Retention

We keep your data as long as your account is active. You may request to delete your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

5. Security & Cookies

• We use cookies to keep you signed in and save your preferences.
• While we use industry-standard security, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

6. Children's Privacy

RateMyCities is for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13.