Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
At vetronote, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you register, we collect your name, email address, username, and profile information. This information is necessary for account creation and platform access.
Content Data
For writers, we store articles, drafts, and any content you create on the platform. For readers, we track bookmarks, reading lists, and preferences.
Usage Information
We collect data about how you interact with the platform, including articles read, time spent reading, engagement metrics, and navigation patterns. This helps us improve recommendations and user experience.
Technical Information
We automatically collect device information, IP address, browser type, and operating system for security and analytics purposes.
How We Use Your Information
- Account Management: To create and maintain your account, verify your identity, and provide customer support
- Content Delivery: To display personalized content recommendations and improve your reading experience
- Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, track engagement metrics, and improve platform features
- Revenue Distribution: To calculate and distribute ad revenue to writers based on article performance
- Communication: To send important updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access to the platform
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We DO NOT sell your personal information to third parties.
Your data may be shared only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the platform (hosting, analytics, email services)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Public Content: Published articles and public profile information are visible to all users
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Your Rights and Choices
Access & Update
You can access and update your account information at any time through your profile settings.
Data Export
Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.
Account Deletion
You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
Marketing Opt-out
Unsubscribe from promotional emails while continuing to receive important account notifications.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Secure password hashing and storage
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Secure backup systems and disaster recovery plans
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:
Essential Cookies
Required for authentication, security, and basic platform functionality
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how users interact with the platform and improve our services
Preference Cookies
Remember your settings, language preferences, and customization choices
Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on the platform. Continued use of vetronote after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.