Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

When you use bkkeepr, we collect information to provide you with a better reading experience and connect you with fellow book lovers.

Personal Information

• Account information (username, email address, profile picture)
• Social media account connections (X/Twitter integration)
• Reading preferences and book ratings
• Comments, reviews, and bookmarks you create

Usage Information

• Books you add to your reading list
• Pages you visit on our platform
• Search queries and browsing patterns
• Device information and IP address

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to enhance your reading experience and build a vibrant community of readers.

• Provide personalized book recommendations
• Enable social features like following other readers
• Sync your reading data across devices
• Send you notifications about new books and community activity
• Improve our platform and develop new features
• Ensure platform security and prevent abuse

Information Sharing

We believe in transparency about how your information is shared within our community and with third parties.

Within bkkeepr Community

• Your reading timeline and book reviews are visible to other users
• Your profile information is public within the community
• Bookmarks and annotations you choose to share publicly

Third-Party Services

• LibraryThing integration (if you choose to connect)
• Social media platforms (X/Twitter) for cross-posting
• Library systems for book availability checks
• Analytics services to improve our platform (anonymized data)

Data Security

Protecting your personal information is a top priority. We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data.

• Encrypted data transmission using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure cloud storage with regular backups
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
• Two-factor authentication available for account protection

Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your personal information and how it's used on our platform.

Account Management

• Update your profile information and privacy settings
• Control what information is publicly visible
• Manage notification preferences
• Download a copy of your data
• Delete your account and associated data

Communication Preferences

• Opt out of promotional emails
• Control social media cross-posting
• Manage community interaction notifications

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze platform usage.

• Essential Cookies: Required for platform functionality and security
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing features with external platforms

You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

Children's Privacy

bkkeepr is designed for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. We will notify users of significant changes via email or platform notifications.

Last Updated: June 14, 2025

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