Privacy Policy

1. Data We Collect

We collect information you provide directly: your username, email address, profile information, posts, lists, votes, comments, and direct messages. We also collect automatic data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and interaction patterns. We use analytics tools to understand how users engage with lists, debates, and rankings.

2. How We Use Data

We use your data to: operate and improve the Platform; personalize your feed and recommendations; calculate and display rankings; communicate with you about your account and updates; detect and prevent spam, fraud, and abuse; generate aggregate, anonymized analytics; and comply with legal obligations.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share information with service providers who assist in operating the Platform (hosting, analytics, email delivery), when required by law, to protect the rights and safety of YoTop10 and its users, and in connection with a merger or acquisition. Aggregated, anonymized data may be shared publicly.

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and understand usage patterns. See our Cookie Policy for full details.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Platform. Deleted content may persist in backups for up to 90 days. Anonymized, aggregated data may be retained indefinitely.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to: access, correct, or delete your personal data; export your data in a portable format; opt out of targeted advertising; and withdraw consent to data processing. Contact us at privacy@yotop10.com to exercise these rights.

7. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Economic Area, UK, and Switzerland, we process data under lawful bases including consent, legitimate interest, and contract performance. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data.

8. Children's Privacy

YoTop10 is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.