Collect&Geek

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Introduction

At Collect&Geek, we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, share and protect your information when you use our online collection platform.

By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information we collect

Information you provide to us

  • Account information: username, email address, password
  • Profile information: profile photo, biography, preferences
  • User content: collections, added items, comments, ratings
  • Communications: messages you send us

Information collected automatically

  • Usage data: pages visited, features used, time spent
  • Technical information: IP address, browser type, operating system
  • Local storage (localStorage): to maintain your session and preferences
  • Location data: if you explicitly authorize it

How we use your information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and improve our services: platform operation, personalization
  • Account management: creation, authentication, user support
  • Communication: notifications, updates, customer support
  • Security: fraud protection, monitoring of suspicious activities
  • Analysis and improvement: understanding usage, developing new features
  • Legal compliance: compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

Sharing your information

We never sell your personal data. We may share your information in the following cases:

With your consent

We share your information when you give us your explicit agreement.

Service providers

Trusted partners who help us operate the platform (hosting, analytics), under strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal obligations

When required by law, a court decision, or to protect our rights and those of users.

Public content

Collections and profiles you choose to make public are visible to other users.

Your rights and controls

In accordance with GDPR and other data protection laws, you have the following rights:

🔍 Right of access

Obtain a copy of your personal data that we hold.

✏️ Right of rectification

Correct or update your inaccurate or incomplete information.

🗑️ Right to erasure

Request deletion of your data under certain circumstances.

⏸️ Right to restriction

Restrict processing of your data in certain cases.

📋 Right to portability

Receive your data in a structured format and transfer it.

❌ Right to object

Object to processing of your data for legitimate reasons.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@collectngeek.com

Data security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption: Secure transmission and storage (HTTPS, SSL/TLS)
  • Access controls: Limited access to data on a need-to-know basis
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of suspicious activities
  • Updates: Regularly updated systems and software
  • Training: Staff trained in security best practices

Important: No system is 100% secure. Although we take all reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data retention

We retain your personal data as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services and maintain your account
  • Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Active accounts: As long as your account is active
Inactive accounts: Deleted after 24 months of inactivity
Security data: Retained for maximum 3 years

Local Storage

Our application uses your browser's local storage (localStorage) to enhance your experience and ensure the proper functioning of the platform. Local storage allows information to be stored directly on your device.

  • Authentication tokens: To securely maintain your logged-in session
  • User preferences: To remember your choices (language, display settings)
  • Performance data: To optimize platform loading

You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings (in the "Clear browsing data" or "Local storage" section). This data is automatically deleted when you log out.

ℹ️ Note : CollectGeek does not use traditional cookies. All data is stored locally on your device and is not automatically transmitted with each request. Therefore, no cookie consent banner is required.

⚠️ Important: Local storage only concerns temporary data on your device (session, preferences). Your personal data (profile, collections, items) is stored on our servers according to the retention policy described above.

International transfers

Your data may be transferred and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that these transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

For transfers outside the EU, we use standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission or other appropriate protection mechanisms.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Major changes will be notified to you by:

  • Email to your registered address
  • Notification on the platform
  • Update of the last modification date

We encourage you to regularly consult this page to stay informed of our privacy practices.

Contact

For any questions about this privacy policy or the processing of your personal data, contact us:

General support: contact@collectngeek.com