Privacy Policy Last Updated: March 15, 2026 1. Introduction At AviatorFace ("we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website aviatorface.com and use our social networking services. By using AviatorFace, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service. 2. Information We Collect A. Information You Provide Account Data: When you register, we collect your name, email address, username, and password. Profile Information: You may choose to provide additional details such as your aviation role (pilot, mechanic, enthusiast), license numbers (optional), aircraft types flown, and a biography. User Content: Photos, videos, flight logs, forum posts, comments, and messages you upload or post. Communications: Correspondence you send to us via support channels or direct messages within the platform. B. Automatically Collected Information Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site. Cookies: We use cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may limit site functionality. Location Data: If you choose to tag your posts with location (e.g., "Photo taken at JFK Airport"), we collect this geolocation data. Note: We do not track your real-time location unless explicitly enabled by you for a specific feature. 3. How We Use Your Information We use the collected data for the following purposes: Service Provision: To operate, maintain, and improve AviatorFace. Community Building: To facilitate connections, group discussions, and content sharing among aviation enthusiasts. Verification: To verify user identities (e.g., pilot licenses) if you opt-in for "Verified" badges. Safety & Moderation: To detect and prevent spam, harassment, illegal activities, or unsafe aviation advice. Communication: To send administrative notices, security alerts, and support responses. (We do not sell your email for marketing without consent). Analytics: To understand how users interact with the platform and improve features. 4. Sharing Your Information We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances: Public Visibility: Content you post publicly (posts, photos, profile info) is visible to all users and indexed by search engines. Service Providers: We share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist in hosting, payment processing, or email delivery, bound by strict confidentiality agreements. Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect the safety of our users or the public. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction. 5. Data Security We implement industry-standard security measures (including encryption in transit and at rest) to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. 6. Your Rights and Choices Depending on your location, you may have the following rights: Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information in your profile. Deletion: Request the deletion of your account and associated data ("Right to be Forgotten"). Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails or disable non-essential cookies. Data Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@aviatorface.com. 7. Aviation-Specific Privacy Considerations Flight Logs: If you choose to share flight logs, please ensure you are not disclosing sensitive information (e.g., classified military routes, private client details, or security vulnerabilities). Aircraft Photos: By uploading photos of aircraft, you warrant that you have the right to do so and that the images do not violate the privacy of individuals or security regulations of airports. Professional Credentials: Verification of pilot licenses or certifications is voluntary. If you submit such documents for verification, they are reviewed by administrators and then securely deleted or anonymized after verification. 8. Children's Privacy Our Service is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete it. 9. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes. 10. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: Email: privacy@aviatorface.com