Privacy Policy for Bashly

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect the following information when you use Bashly:

• Name and username
• Email address
• Account credentials (via Meta login, where applicable)
• Any content you submit through the Service

1.2 Information from Meta Platforms

When you connect your Instagram or Facebook account, we may collect:

• Profile information (e.g., username, profile picture)
• User ID
• Media and content you choose to interact with via the Service
• Engagement data (e.g., comments, messages, interactions)

We only access data necessary to provide our Service and in accordance with permissions granted by you.

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Usage data (pages visited, actions taken)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
• Authenticate users via Meta login
• Enable automation and bot functionality
• Improve and personalize user experience
• Communicate with you (support, updates, notifications)
• Ensure compliance with Meta Platform Policies
• Detect and prevent fraud or misuse

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving services, security)

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your information with:

• Service providers (hosting, analytics, infrastructure)
• Meta Platforms as required for functionality
• Legal authorities if required by law

All third parties are required to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8).

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption (where applicable)
• Secure servers
• Access controls

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at: hello@bashly.io

8. Data Deletion Instructions (Meta Requirement)

If you would like to delete your data associated with Bashly, you can:

1. Log into your account
2. Navigate to account settings
3. Select "Delete Account" or "Disconnect"

Alternatively, you can request deletion by contacting us at: hello@bashly.io

We will process deletion requests within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes by updating the effective date or via the Service.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: hello@bashly.io

Website: https://bashly.io

13. Compliance with Meta Platform Terms

Bashly complies with Meta Platform Terms and Developer Policies. We only use data obtained through Meta APIs for permitted purposes and do not use such data for advertising or resale.