Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: August 14, 2025

Introduction

Community Library ("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 book-sharing platform and related services.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Name, email address, and phone number
Profile information and preferences
Address and location information for book exchanges
Book listings and descriptions
Messages and communications with other users
Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our service, we automatically collect certain information:

Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
Location data (with your permission)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain our service
Process transactions and send confirmations
Communicate with you about your account
Send you updates and promotional materials
Improve our service and user experience

Prevent fraud and ensure security
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and provide support
Analyze usage patterns and trends
Personalize your experience

Information Sharing and Disclosure

With Other Users

When you list a book or request to borrow, certain information (name, general location, profile information) is shared with other users to facilitate the exchange.

With Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, including payment processors, email services, and analytics providers.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication measures
Employee training on data protection
Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Update

You can access and update your account information at any time through your profile settings.

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and personal information, subject to legal requirements.

Marketing Opt-out

You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies help us:

Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Provide personalized content and recommendations
Improve our service performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our service.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

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. We e encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: contact@communitylibrary.com

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

Address: 123 Library Street, Book City, BC 12345