We are committed to managing your data responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. This Data Retention Policy outlines how long we retain your data, the reasons for retention, and your rights regarding your information.
1. Data Retention Periods
We retain your personal data for different periods depending on the type of data and the purposes for which it is used. The following outlines our general data retention practices:
- Account Information: We retain your account information (such as name, email address, and account settings) as long as your account is active. If you choose to deactivate or delete your account, we will retain your data for a period of up to [specify duration, e.g., 30 days] to allow for account recovery and ensure compliance with our policies.
- Transaction Data: Data related to transactions (e.g., purchase history, billing information) is retained for a period of [specify duration, e.g., 7 years] to comply with legal and accounting requirements.
- Content and Contributions: Content that you contribute (e.g., comments, posts, media uploads) is retained as long as it is published on our platform. If you request the removal of your content, we will delete it from our active database, but it may remain in backup systems for a period of [specify duration, e.g., 90 days] before being permanently deleted.
- Communications: Data related to communications with us (e.g., support tickets, inquiries) is retained for a period of [specify duration, e.g., 2 years] to address any follow-up issues and improve our services.
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies is retained for a period of [specify duration, e.g., 13 months] or as otherwise specified in our [Cookie Policy](link to cookie policy).
2. Reasons for Data Retention
We retain your data for the following reasons:
- Service Improvement: To enhance our services and provide a better user experience.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
- Operational Needs: To manage and operate our platform effectively, including processing transactions and handling support requests.
3. Data Deletion Requests
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances. If you wish to request the deletion of your data:
- Submit a Request: Contact us at info@gtamodify.com with your request. Please include your name, email address, and any other relevant details to help us process your request.
- Verification: We may need to verify your identity before processing your deletion request to ensure the security of your data.
4. Data Retention After Account Deletion
If you delete your account, we will retain your data for a period of up to [specify duration, e.g., 30 days] to allow for account recovery. After this period, your data will be deleted from our active database, but it may remain in backup systems for a period of [specify duration, e.g., 90 days] before being permanently deleted.
5. Security of Retained Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data during the retention period. This includes secure storage, encryption, and access controls to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of your information.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Data Retention Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically.