Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2026

1. Introduction

SpendSomeTime ("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 website and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, password (hashed), username
• Challenge Data: Learning challenges, progress, notes, time tracking
• Quiz Results: Skill preferences, personality traits, bookmarked skills
• Settings: Theme preferences, notification settings

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
• IP address (for security and analytics)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Personalize your experience
• Process your requests and transactions
• Send you notifications and updates (with your consent)
• Improve our services and develop new features
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Firebase (Google Cloud Platform) with industry-standard encryption. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website (e.g., Firebase, Cloudflare hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and assist with our marketing efforts. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Account Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the website.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the website.

13. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to be informed about data collection
• Right of access to your data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision-making

Our legal basis for processing your data includes: consent, contract performance, legitimate interests, and legal compliance.

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

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