Privacy Policy

Last modified: August, 3, 2025

Welcome to the Pod Privacy Policy.

When you use Pod services, you trust us with your information. This Privacy Policy is meant to help you understand what data we collect, why we collect it, and what we do with it. This is important; we hope you will take time to read it carefully.

There are many different ways you can use our services — to search for and share information, to communicate with others, or to create new content. When you share information with us — for example, by creating a Pod Account — we can make those services even better: to show you more relevant search results and ads, to help you connect, or to make sharing with others quicker and easier.

As you use our services, we want you to be clear about how we’re using your information and the ways in which you can protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains:

  • What information we collect and why we collect it
  • How we use that information
  • The choices we offer, including how to access and update information

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services to all our users — from understanding basic details like your language to more complex insights like which ads or opportunities matter most to you.We collect information in the following ways:

  • Information You Give Us

    When you sign up for a Pod Account, we may ask for personal information such as your name, email address, or telephone number.

  • Information From Your Use of Services

    We collect data about how you use our services, including:

    • Device Information

      We collect device-specific information (e.g., hardware model, OS version, unique device identifiers, mobile network data including your phone number).

    • Log Information

      Our server logs automatically record:
      • How you used our services
      • IP address
      • Device events (crashes, browser type, language, settings)
      • Cookies identifying your browser or Pod Account

    • Location Information

      We may determine your location using IP address, GPS, Wi-Fi access points, and nearby devices.

    • Unique Application Numbers

      Apps may send this info during install/uninstall or update checks.

    • Local Storage

      We may store personal data locally using browser storage (HTML5) or application caches.

    • Cookies and Similar Technologies

      Cookies, web beacons, and similar tools may be used for analytics, service improvement, and personalized experiences.

Information tied to your Pod Account is treated as personal data.

2. How We Use Information

We use the data we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Develop new features
  • Offer personalized content, ads, and suggestions
  • Display your profile name/photo across services
  • Contact you with updates or service-related communication

We use cookies and pixel tags to improve user experience and service quality. Data may be combined across services to enhance personalization. Content (including emails) may be analyzed to offer features like spam protection or custom results.We always seek your consent before using your data for purposes not outlined in this policy. Pod may process your data on servers globally, including outside your home country.

3. Information You Share

Some services allow you to share data publicly. Content you share may be indexed by search engines. You have options to manage or remove your shared content within your account.

4. Accessing and Updating Your Personal Information

We aim to provide you access to your personal data. If your information is incorrect, we offer tools to update or delete it — unless we are required to retain it for legal or business purposes.When updating personal data, we may ask for ID verification. You can request data deletion by following the steps mentionedhere.We may reject requests that are:

  • Excessively repetitive
  • Technically burdensome
  • Invasive of others’ privacy
  • Impractical (e.g., backups)

Where feasible, we provide access and correction free of charge. Deleted info may remain on our backup systems temporarily. You may also exercise your rights under GDPR or other applicable laws by submitting aData Subject Access Request (DSAR).

5. Information We Share

We donotshare your personal data with third parties except in the following cases:

  • With Your Consent

    We will seek your opt-in for sharing any sensitive data.

  • With Domain Administrators

    If your Pod Account is managed by an organization, your admin may access, suspend, or manage your account. Refer to their privacy policy for more info.

  • For External Processing

    With trusted partners and service providers acting on our instructions under confidentiality agreements.

  • For Legal Reasons

    To:
    • Comply with laws, legal processes, or requests
    • Enforce our Terms of Service
    • Detect, prevent, or address fraud or security issues
    • Protect the rights, safety, or property of Pod, users, or the public

We may also share non-personal data (e.g., usage trends).If Pod is acquired or merges, users will be notified before personal data becomes subject to another policy.

6. Information Security

We take strong measures to protect your data:

  • SSL encryption
  • Regular audits of storage and handling systems
  • Restricted access to staff with confidentiality obligations

7. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use essential cookies to ensure the proper functioning of our Services. These include:Strictly Necessary Cookies– Required for core site functionality, such as

  • Secure our services
  • Prevent bugs/crashes
  • Save user preferences
  • Support essential features
  • Login session and security

We do not use cookies for targeted advertising or behavioral profiling.You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before placing non-essential cookies. You may withdraw your consent at any time by updating your cookie preferences in your account settings or browser.Third-party service providers may also use them for analytics and performance tracking.Non-essential cookies (such as analytics or advertising) are only set with your explicit consent.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by law (e.g., tax, legal, or accounting reasons).When no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it. If deletion isn’t possible (e.g., data in backup archives), we isolate and secure it until deletion is feasible.

9. Your Rights and Data Access Requests

Depending on your country’s data protection laws (such as the GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you
  • Understand how we process that data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your data where applicable
  • Restrict or object to certain types of processing
  • Withdraw consent, if processing is based on your consent (withdrawal does not affect prior lawful processing)
  • Request data portability
  • File a complaint with a relevant supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please submit aData Subject Access Request (DSAR).We may request verification of your identity. If your request involves data related to others or our internal practices, we may redact sensitive details or deny the request if legally justified.We aim to respond within the legally required timeframe. In rare cases, requests may be denied if they are:

  • Repetitive or excessive
  • Require disproportionate technical effort
  • Risk the privacy of others
  • Involve data stored only in backup systems

10. Compliance and Cooperation with Regulators

We regularly review compliance and collaborate with relevant authorities to resolve privacy complaints or regulatory matters.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. We won’t reduce your rights without your explicit consent. Any major changes will be communicated via this page or, if applicable, through email.We will maintain an archive of previous policy versions for transparency.