🔒 Privacy Policy
Solitude Trending Zone
Last Updated: November 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Solitude Trending Zone, a dynamic social
media platform designed for meaningful connections, trending content,
and community engagement. We are committed to protecting your privacy
and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard
your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection
and protection when you use our mobile app and web platforms. By
accessing and using Solitude Trending Zone, you agree to the terms
outlined in this policy.
Age Requirement: You must be at least
18 years old to create and maintain an account on
Solitude Trending Zone. We use your date of birth to verify compliance
with this requirement and to regulate content appropriately.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information necessary to provide, maintain, and improve our
services. Here's what we collect and why:
2.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we collect the following information:
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First Name & Last Name: Used for account
identification and personalization
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Username: Your unique identifier (Primary Key) for
account login
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Display Name: The name visible to other users on
your profile
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Date of Birth: Required to verify you are at least
18 years old and to regulate age-appropriate content
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Phone Number: Used for account verification,
security purposes, and password recovery
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Email Address: Used for account verification,
password recovery, and important notifications
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Profile Information: Optional details such as bio,
profile picture, and interests
2.2 Activity Data
- Posts, reels, comments, and likes you create or interact with
- Messages and communications within the app
- Voting and engagement metrics in the Trending Zone
- Profile visits and interactions with other users
2.3 Location Data
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Dating Zone - Nearby Feature: Your approximate
location is used to show you nearby profiles. For security and
service integrity, we limit this feature to displaying a constant 3
random nearby users, and you can view a maximum of 30 profiles per
month
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Location data is only collected with your explicit permission and
can be disabled in settings
2.4 Device & Technical Information
- Device type, operating system, and app version
- IP address and browsing activity
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Crash reports and error logs for troubleshooting
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Service Provision
- Creating and maintaining your account
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Enabling communication with other users (direct messaging,
chatrooms, dating zone)
- Providing access to feeds, reels, and trending content
- Processing likes, comments, and voting interactions
3.2 Security & Verification
- Verifying user identity to prevent fraudulent accounts
- Detecting and preventing abuse, spam, and policy violations
- Protecting against unauthorized access and data breaches
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Enabling account recovery through verified phone number and email
3.3 Content Moderation
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Analyzing feed posts and reels to identify inappropriate content
- Using AI-powered moderation to detect policy violations
- Taking action against harmful or illegal content
- Investigating user reports and blocking violations
3.4 Service Improvement
- Analyzing usage patterns to improve app functionality
- Personalizing your user experience
- Developing new features and services
3.5 Communication
- Sending account notifications and security alerts
- Responding to support requests
- Providing service updates and policy changes
4. Data Security & Privacy Measures
4.1 Password Security
Important: User passwords are
hashed using industry-standard encryption algorithms
and cannot be read or recovered by Solitude Trending Zone staff. If
you lose your password, you can reset it using your verified email
address or phone number.
4.2 Encryption
- Data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS protocols
- Sensitive information is encrypted at rest
- All connections to our servers are secured
4.3 Access Controls
- Only authorized personnel have access to user data
- Access is granted on a need-to-know basis
- Regular security audits and assessments are conducted
- Employee access logs are monitored and reviewed
4.4 Data Retention
- Account data is retained as long as your account is active
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Upon account deletion, we securely erase your personal information
within 30 days
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Backup data is retained for up to 90 days for recovery purposes
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Data required for legal compliance is retained as mandated by law
5. Features & Privacy Details
5.1 Dating Zone
Profile Visibility: Your dating zone profile can be
accessed via a public link that allows anyone to view your profile
in a web browser
without requiring a Solitude Trending Zone account.
Be mindful of the information you share in your dating zone profile.
Nearby Feature: To prevent misuse and enhance
security:
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The nearby feature displays a constant 3 random profiles based on
your location
- You can view a maximum of 30 dating profiles per month
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These limits help maintain a safe and balanced dating experience
5.2 Feed & Public Access
Your public posts and reels in the feed are visible to all users. You
can control privacy settings for individual posts (public,
friends-only, or private). Links to specific posts can be shared
publicly, allowing non-members to view content via browser.
5.3 Trending Zone & Voting
Your votes and interactions with trending content help rank and
display popular content. Your voting activity may be visible to other
users depending on your privacy settings.
5.4 Interaction Features
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Liking & Commenting: Your likes and comments are
visible based on post privacy settings
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Blocking Users: When you block a user, they cannot
see your profile, send you messages, or interact with your content
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Reporting Users: You can report accounts for
violation of our Community Guidelines. Reports are reviewed by our
moderation team
6. Messaging & Communication Privacy
6.1 Private Messaging
Direct messages are designed for private communication between users.
Messages are encrypted during transmission and stored securely on our
servers.
6.2 XMPP Servers & Openfire
Solitude Trending Zone uses
XMPP protocol powered by Openfire servers for
reliable messaging infrastructure. This ensures:
- Real-time message delivery
- Secure communication channels
- Reliable message routing
- Offline message storage for later retrieval
6.3 Chatroom Privacy
Important: Chatrooms are hosted and moderated by room
owners. Solitude Trending Zone
cannot read or modify messages within chatrooms.
Room owners are fully responsible for managing their rooms, including:
- Setting room rules and policies
- Moderating content and members
- Removing inappropriate members
- Enforcing room-specific guidelines
6.4 Message Retention
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Messages are retained on our servers as long as accounts exist
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Users can delete their messages; deleted messages are permanently
removed
- We do not back up message content
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Upon account deletion, all associated messages are securely erased
7. Content Moderation & AI Analysis
7.1 Automated Content Scanning
All feed posts and reels are
automatically scanned using AI-powered content moderation
to:
- Identify inappropriate, harmful, or illegal content
- Detect violations of our Community Guidelines
- Flag potential abuse, harassment, or exploitation
- Take automated action against policy violations
7.2 What We Cannot Read
Privacy Protection: We
cannot read or modify private messages or chatroom messages. This means:
- Your direct messages are private and secure
- Chatroom messages are controlled by room owners only
- No AI analysis is performed on private communications
- Chatroom owners retain full control over their content
7.3 User Reporting
Users can report inappropriate content, profiles, or behavior. Our
moderation team reviews reports and takes appropriate action, which
may include:
- Content removal
- Account warnings or suspension
- Permanent account termination for serious violations
- Legal referrals for criminal activity
8. Your Privacy Rights
8.1 Access to Your Data
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about
you. Submit a data access request through your account settings, and
we will provide your information within 30 days.
8.2 Correction & Updates
You can update, correct, or modify your account information at any
time through your account settings.
8.3 Data Deletion
You can request permanent deletion of your account and associated
data. Upon deletion:
- Your profile becomes inaccessible to other users
- Your posts and reels are removed from the feed
- Your personal information is securely erased within 30 days
- Some anonymized data may be retained for legal compliance
8.4 Data Portability
You can request a copy of your data in a portable format. We will
provide your data in a standard machine-readable format upon request.
8.5 Opt-Out Options
- Disable location services for the Nearby Dating feature
- Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Adjust privacy settings for posts and profile visibility
- Block or restrict specific users
- Control what information is visible to the public
9. Account Security & Best Practices
9.1 Your Responsibilities
- Keep your password confidential and unique
- Do not share your account credentials with others
- Log out of the app when using shared devices
- Report suspicious activity immediately
9.2 Two-Factor Authentication
We recommend enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) for enhanced
security. This requires a verification code in addition to your
password when logging in.
9.3 Session Management
- Sessions automatically expire after prolonged inactivity
- You can view active sessions and log out remotely
- Suspicious login attempts trigger security alerts
9.4 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users within 72
hours via email and in-app notification, along with recommended
security actions.