🔒 Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Last Updated: July 1, 2025

At BarterLoop, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

• Name, email, location, and profile data
• Barter listings, chats, media, and preferences
• Device type, browser info, and IP address
• Referral and behavioral analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

• To operate, improve, and personalize the platform
• To facilitate barters and messaging between users
• To verify identity and detect misuse or fraud
• To send platform updates and marketing messages (opt-out anytime)

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and tracking tools to improve performance, analyze trends, and personalize content. You can manage cookies via browser settings.

4. Data Sharing

• We do not sell personal data.
• We may share info with trusted third-party services (e.g., hosting, analytics).
• We may disclose data if required by law or to protect the platform.

5. Data Security

We use SSL encryption, access controls, and hashing. While we secure your data, no method is 100% foolproof online.

6. Your Rights

• Access or correct your personal information
• Request deletion or restrict processing
• Contact us to withdraw consent

Email: barterloop@opibolstow.com

7. Data Retention

We retain data only as needed for core services and legal obligations. You may request deletion.

8. Children's Privacy

BarterLoop is not intended for users under 16. If you're a parent and believe your child has used the platform, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Material updates will be announced clearly. Continued use after changes means you agree to the new policy.

10. Contact Us

Have questions or concerns?
📧 barterloop@opibolstow.com