1. Who We Are
Culture Unity is a cultural and social networking platform designed to connect people to their local cultures and people to their tribes, races, or ethnicity, no matter where they are in this world. Our mission is to create a safe and vibrant online space where people can share experiences, celebrate culture, support one another, and explore new culture-focused opportunities together. By fostering community engagement and cultural pride, cultureunity.com serves as a digital home for heritage, dialogue, and growth. Our official website is https://cultureunity.com.
1. Who We Are
CultureUnity.com is a cultural and social networking platform designed to connect people across all cultures in the world. Our mission is to create a safe and vibrant online space where people can share experiences, celebrate culture, support one another, and explore new opportunities together. By fostering community engagement and cultural pride, cultureunity.com serves as a digital home for heritage, dialogue, and growth. Our official website is https://cultureunity.com.
2. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to ensure the effective functioning of the platform and to improve user experience. When you register or interact with the site, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, location, and any additional profile details you choose to provide. We also collect content you generate, such as comments, messages, and posts, as well as any media files (e.g., images or videos) you upload.
In addition to personal information, we collect technical and usage data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and the pages you visit. We also store login data, screen display preferences, and cookie consent choices. If you use the Gravatar service for profile images, an anonymized string (a hash) of your email may be sent to that service to check if you have a profile associated with it.
If you upload images, we advise that you remove embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as this can be extracted by other users. Some content on our site may include embedded media (like videos or articles) from other websites, which may behave as if you visited those external sites and collect data or track your interaction in accordance with their policies.
3. Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us personalize and improve your experience on cultureunity.com. For example, if you leave a comment, you may opt to save your name, email, and website in cookies, so you don’t have to re-enter them the next time. These cookies are retained for one year. If you visit the login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. When you log in, several cookies will be set to save your login information and display preferences. These may last from two days to a year, depending on your choices. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. Cookies are also used to facilitate post-editing and publishing, and one such cookie (containing no personal data) expires after one day.
You can manage your cookie settings in your browser, though disabling them may affect your experience and access to some features.
4. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used to operate and improve cultureunity.com and ensure it meets your needs. Specifically, we use your data to create and manage your account, personalize your experience, and support platform features like content posting and messaging. We also use your information to send you updates, newsletters, and notifications related to community activities or opportunities you may find useful. Additionally, usage data helps us analyze platform performance, fix issues, and plan improvements. We use advanced tools to detect and prevent spam and maintain security, ensuring a safe and respectful community environment.
5. How Long We Retain Your Data
We retain data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal requirements. Comments and their associated metadata are stored indefinitely to help recognize and approve future comments automatically. User profile information is stored as long as your account remains active. Sensitive data such as private messages and passwords are encrypted and inaccessible to administrators or third parties. You have the right to delete your account and all associated data or request us to do so, unless legal or administrative reasons require us to retain some information.
6. Your Rights Over Your Data
As a user of cultureunity.com, you have full rights over your personal data. You may request access to your data and obtain an exported file of the information we hold about you. You also have the right to update or delete your personal data at any time. If you wish to have your account and all related information erased, you can either do so manually through your account settings or contact us to assist you. Please note, however, that we may need to retain some data for legal, security, or administrative purposes. For any data requests or concerns, reach us at miklahlife@gmail.com or thecompletey@gmail.com.
7. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal information. Your private data, including private messages and personal account details, are only accessible to you. Public data such as your posts and profile information may be visible to other users. We may share some data with trusted third-party service providers who help us host, secure, and analyze the platform, or with legal authorities if required by law. We could also share your public data with trusted businesses and entities to further personalize your experience and the information or promotions you see. If you use Gravatar for your profile picture, we may send a hashed version of your email address to their servers to check for a profile match. If you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email to help prevent fraud.
8. Data Security
We take data security seriously and employ industry-standard measures to protect your information. This includes encrypted storage, secure servers, and access control protocols. Despite these efforts, no system is entirely immune to risks, and we cannot guarantee complete protection against all potential threats. We urge you to use strong, unique passwords and keep your login credentials confidential to further safeguard your account.
9. Children’s Privacy
CultureUnity.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover that we have unintentionally collected data from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child may have provided us with personal data should contact us so we can take appropriate action.
10. Where Your Data Is Sent
Some data, such as comments, may be automatically checked through spam detection services to maintain a safe community environment. Additionally, our website is hosted by reputable global web hosting providers who may process and store your data securely on our behalf. If you interact with embedded content (such as videos or images from other websites), those third-party websites may also collect data and use cookies in accordance with their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When significant updates are made, we will notify users through the website or via email. We encourage all users to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting their data.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, suggestions, concerns, or data requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please reach out to us.
Email: miklahlife@gmail.com
Alternate Email: thecompletey@gmail.com
Phone: +256 393 102082