> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.circo.live/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Privacy Policy

> How Circo collects, stores, and uses your personal data — and how you can control it.

Your privacy matters to us. This page summarizes how Circo handles your personal data. By using Circo, you agree to the practices described here.

## What data Circo collects

Circo collects personal data to operate the platform. This includes:

* Account information (name, email address, phone number)
* Usage data (content viewed, Studios joined, interactions)
* Device and location data (used to improve your regional experience)
* Payment information (processed through trusted, secure gateways)
* Contacts (optional — only used to let you invite friends to Circo)

## How Circo uses your data

Circo uses your data to:

* Operate and improve the platform
* Personalise your feed and content recommendations
* Process payments and withdrawals
* Verify your identity (KYC) for creator payouts
* Keep your account secure

## Key commitments

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="We don't sell your data" icon="ban">
    Circo does not sell or share your personal data with third parties for advertising or any other purpose.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Your content belongs to you" icon="copyright">
    Anything you publish on Circo remains your intellectual property. We do not claim ownership of your content.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Location data is limited" icon="location-dot">
    Location data is used only to improve your regional experience — for example, showing relevant payment options and content. It is not shared externally.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Contacts are optional" icon="address-book">
    Circo may request access to your contacts to help you invite friends. This permission is optional and contacts are used only for that purpose.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Your rights

You can request, update, or delete your personal data at any time. To exercise these rights:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open your account settings">
    Go to your Profile and tap Settings.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Find the data or privacy section">
    Look for options to update your information or submit a data request.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Contact support if needed">
    If you can't find what you need in settings, contact the support team directly. See [Contact Support](/help/contact-support).
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Deleting your account permanently removes all your data, including your wallet balance, Studio content, and subscriptions. This action cannot be reversed.
</Note>