Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how em·brace (“em·brace,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you access or use our website, our mobile application, and all related digital platforms, services, and content (collectively, the “Platform”).

By accessing or using em·brace, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Policy. If you do not agree, you must not access or use the Platform.

Em·brace reserves the right to modify this Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will take effect immediately upon posting on the Platform. Continued use of the Platform following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you register, use features, or interact with em·brace, we may collect the following personal information directly from you:

Full name
Email address and phone number
Age or date of birth
Profile photographs, content uploads, or other materials you choose to share
Location data (approximate, not precise)
Payment or transaction details, if applicable
Other data you voluntarily provide through forms, messages, or settings

You acknowledge that providing false, misleading, or incomplete personal information is strictly prohibited.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Platform, we may automatically collect certain data about your device and activity (“Device Information”), including:

IP address, time zone, and device identifiers
Browser type and operating system
Pages visited and actions taken
Referring websites or search queries
Cookies, analytics, and tracking technologies

We use this data for analytics, security, and optimization purposes.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

To operate, maintain, and improve the Platform and its features
To verify identity and manage user accounts
To communicate with you regarding updates, notifications, or issues
To detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, or violations of our Terms of Use
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests
To personalize your experience and show relevant recommendations
To enforce our policies and protect our legal rights

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share data with service providers strictly as necessary to operate the Platform (e.g., payment processors, hosting, analytics).

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users within the European Economic Area, em·brace processes data under the following legal bases:

Performance of a contract (e.g., account creation or service delivery)
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests (e.g., maintaining security, fraud prevention)
Consent (when required)

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data, but certain records may be kept to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

6. Age Restrictions

Em·brace is intended only for individuals 18 years of age or older.
We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If we discover such data, we will immediately delete it and terminate the associated account.

7. User Responsibilities

By using em·brace, you agree:

Not to upload, share, or transmit unlawful, abusive, defamatory, or obscene content;
Not to share another person’s personal data without consent;
To comply with all applicable laws and our Terms of Use;
To maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials and account access;
To use the Platform at your own risk.

Em·brace is not responsible for any content, behavior, or communication between users. Users are solely responsible for their interactions and any consequences arising from them.

8. Data Security

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and em·brace cannot guarantee absolute security.

By using the Platform, you acknowledge and accept this risk. em·brace will not be liable for any damages, losses, or claims resulting from unauthorized access or use of your data.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred and processed in countries outside your own, including the United States. By using em·brace, you consent to such transfers, which may be necessary to provide our services.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access and obtain a copy of your data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent to processing
Object to processing or restrict certain uses
Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at marianahumeniuk.online@gmail.com.
We may verify your identity before responding and may deny unfounded or excessive requests.

11. Liability Limitation

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

em·brace is not liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from user actions, misuse of the Platform, or third-party conduct.
We are not responsible for any content, events, or interactions arranged between users on or off the Platform.
We are not liable for service interruptions, system errors, or unauthorized data access.
You agree to indemnify and hold em·brace harmless from any claims, damages, or legal costs resulting from your use of the Platform or violation of this Policy.

12. Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for their content, data handling, or privacy practices.

13. Legal Disclosure

We may disclose personal information:

To comply with applicable laws or court orders;
To protect our rights, property, or safety;
To investigate fraud or suspected illegal activity;
In connection with any merger, sale, or business transfer.

14. Governing Law

This Policy is governed by and construed under the laws of the State of New York, USA, without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in New York County, NY.

15. Contact Information

For any questions, privacy requests, or legal notices regarding this Policy, contact:

Em·brace
Email: marianahumeniuk.online@gmail.com