Privacy Policy: Last updated: December 2025
The Empathy Atlas (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you access or use our platform, website, or services (the “Services”).
- Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile details.
- Content Contributions: Stories, reflections, media (photos, videos, audio) that you choose to share.
- Usage Data: Device information, IP address, browser type, and activity on the platform.
- Payment Information: If you make purchases or subscriptions, payment details are processed securely by third-party providers (we do not store full payment card details).
- How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Services.
- Display and share user-generated content (when you choose to publish it).
- Personalize the platform and recommend relevant stories.
- Process payments for subscriptions or features.
- Monitor platform safety and enforce our Terms of Service.
- Communicate updates, newsletters, or service notices (you can opt out anytime).
- Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information only in the following cases:
- With service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processors) who help us operate the Services.
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.
- To protect the safety, rights, and integrity of the community.
- With your consent, when you choose to share or link your content externally.
- Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide the Services and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time.
- Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
- Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR in the EU, CCPA in California), you may have rights to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Object to or restrict processing of your data.
- Request data portability.
To exercise your rights, contact us via the contact page.
- Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and personalize your experience. See our Cookie Policy for more details.
- Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed at children under 13 (or the minimum age of digital consent in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
- International Users
If you access the Services from outside the USA, your information may be processed and stored in countries with different data protection laws.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via the platform or email.
- Contact Us
If you have any inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, please feel free to reach out to us at:
Email: admin@theempathyatlas.world
Website: https://theempathyatlas.com