Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you create an account or use our platform, we collect the following information:

• Email address (for account creation and communication)
• Password (stored securely using encryption)
• Reading history and saved articles (stored locally)

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used solely for:

• Account authentication and session management
• Personalizing your reading experience
• Displaying your reading history and saved articles

3. Data Storage

All data is stored securely in an encrypted database on our servers. Your data is never sold or shared with third parties without your consent.

4. Data Security

Passwords are hashed using bcrypt before storage. Session tokens are stored securely in HTTP-only cookies to protect against cross-site scripting attacks. We take your security seriously and implement industry-standard practices to protect your information.

5. Cookies

This platform uses cookies for authentication purposes only. Session cookies are used to maintain your logged-in state across visits.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data at any time
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt out of optional data collection
• Export a copy of your data

7. Changes to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our platform or applicable legal requirements. We will notify users of any significant changes via email or a prominent notice on the site.

8. Contact

For questions about this privacy policy, please visit our contact page.