Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use Panel Chaser, we may collect:

• Account information: username, email address, and hashed password
• Profile information you choose to provide
• Reading activity: web comics you add to lists and your reading history
• User-generated content: reviews, ratings, and journal entries
• Usage data: pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the service
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Display your reviews and activity to other users
• Communicate service updates and announcements
• Improve and develop new features

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored in secured databases. Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for hosting, analytics, and other operational purposes. These services may have access to your information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes.

5. Children's Privacy

Panel Chaser is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of non-essential communications

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and understand how you use the service. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though some features may not function properly without them.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the site. Your continued use of the service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.