🔒 Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how ArticlePaid.com collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you use our website, services, and applications (including our PWA app and APK for Android).

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: Name, email address, username, country, and password when you register.
Content: Articles, Q&A, comments, and messages you publish or send.
Usage Data: Device type, browser, IP address, time spent on site, page views.
Payment Data: PayPal or Mobile Money details (only for withdrawal processing).

2. How We Use Your Information

To create and manage your account
To process earnings and withdrawals
To improve user experience and platform performance
To detect fraud, spam, or abuse
To send important updates, payment alerts, or editorial responses

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences
Improve page load speed and security
Show relevant ads (if applicable)
Measure traffic and article performance

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but the site may not function properly.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data only when necessary with:

Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Mobile Money gateways)
Service providers who help us operate (hosting, analytics)
Legal authorities if required by law or subpoena

5. Data Security

We take security seriously. All user data is protected using SSL encryption and stored on secure servers. Passwords are hashed and not visible to staff.

6. User Rights

You may:

Request access to your stored data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for data processing
Deactivate your account at any time

Email us at support@articlepaid.com to make a request.

7. Children’s Privacy

ArticlePaid.com is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child provided us with personal information, contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Links

Our platform may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please read their policies before interacting with them.

9. International Users

By using ArticlePaid.com, you consent to having your data processed in the country where our servers are hosted (including outside the EU or your local jurisdiction).

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review it regularly.

Last updated: July 2025

📬 Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, email us at: privacy@articlepaid.com