Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 29, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Better World Application ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information in connection with your use of our website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service").

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access or use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you provide directly to us when you use the Service, such as when you register for an account, submit a project, or contact us. This may include:

• Name or Display Name
• Email address
• Username and hashed password
• Country and Date of Birth
• Profile picture and bio
• Content you provide (projects, comments, messages)

We also automatically collect certain technical information when you use the Service, including:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies for site functionality

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
• Personalize your experience and content.
• Process your registration and manage your account.
• Enable participation in challenges and award grants.
• Showcase user impact and projects to the community.
• Analyze usage and trends to improve the platform.
• Ensure the security and integrity of our Service and comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics).
• Other users (e.g., your display name, profile picture, and submitted projects are public).
• Partners and sponsors, only in aggregated/anonymized form or with your explicit consent.
• Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, update, or request deletion of your data. Please contact us to exercise these rights. You can manage much of your profile information directly from your dashboard.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is intended for youth, which may include individuals under the age of digital consent in their jurisdiction. We are committed to complying with applicable laws such as COPPA in the United States and GDPR in Europe. Handling data for minors is complex and requires strict compliance. We will implement appropriate age verification and parental consent mechanisms as required by law. This policy section is illustrative and subject to change based on legal counsel.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our form or at info@betterworld.app.