Benchly

Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 13, 2025

1. Introduction

At Benchly, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website or mobile application.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using Benchly, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • User-Provided Information: When you add a bench location, post a comment, or interact with our platform, we collect the information you provide, such as your name (if provided), the content of your submissions, and any images you upload.
  • Location Data: When you add a bench location or search for benches, we collect geographic data such as addresses, coordinates, countries, regions, and cities.
  • Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our service, including your interactions with the platform, search queries, and filtering preferences.
  • Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access Benchly, including device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Display bench locations and related information
  • Process and display user comments and contributions
  • Respond to user inquiries and provide support
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Protect the security and integrity of our platform
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

4. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. Your data is stored in secure databases and we implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Public Content: Information you submit as bench locations, comments, or images is publicly available to other users of Benchly.
  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, and customer service.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
  • Business Transfers: If Benchly is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Benchly uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
  • The right to rectify or update your personal information
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information
  • The right to restrict or object to processing of your personal information
  • The right to data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Children's Privacy

Benchly is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@benchly.com
Address: 123 Bench Street, Seatown, ST 12345