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Privacy Policy ### Data Protection and Storage We comply with the **General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)**. All data is stored within the **United Kingdom and the European Union** to ensure compliance with strict data protection laws. ### GDPR Legal Basis for Processing Data We process your data under the following legal bases: - **Consent:** When you create an account, provide optional profile details, or agree to receive communications from us. - **Legal Obligation:** When we are required to store or disclose certain information to comply with applicable laws, including financial records, safety compliance, and law enforcement cooperation. - **Legitimate Interests:** When we process data for service security, fraud prevention, community safety, or internal analytics, provided such processing does not override your rights. ### Data Sharing We **do not share your data with third parties**, except for **PayPal and Stripe**, which process donations securely. We do not sell or trade your personal data. ### Email Communications If you choose not to receive emails from us, you will not receive marketing or optional communications. However, we may still send you **important service-related emails**, such as account security notifications, legal updates, or essential service changes, when necessary. ### Message Privacy Messages between users **are not private** and **are not end-to-end encrypted (E2E)**. Admins and Moderators responsible for **Safety and Site Security** may review messages when necessary to ensure compliance with community standards and legal obligations. ### Content Retention We may keep content, including deleted items: - For up to **12 months**, as required for legal compliance - Longer if legally mandated - To maintain safety and prevent abuse - For legal defense and law enforcement cooperation |
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