Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Ephemee ("we", "our", "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our platform.
Information We Collect
- Account Information: such as your name, email address, and password when you create an account.
- Profile Content: including links, text, and other information you choose to share publicly.
- Payment Information (Coming Soon): Our planned tipping feature will use secure third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) to process transactions. We will never store full payment details on our servers.
- Usage Data: analytics about how you interact with our platform, including page visits and engagement.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly, including authentication and security features.
- Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website. This helps us improve our services and user experience.
- Preference Cookies: These remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience on return visits.
Local Storage
We use browser local storage to store authentication tokens and user preferences. This helps us maintain your login session and remember your settings.
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner where you can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and reloading the page.
Most web browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings. Please note that if you choose to block essential cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide, maintain, and improve our services.
- To prepare for upcoming payment features and, once available, to process payments and facilitate payouts to creators.
- To communicate with you regarding your account or support requests.
- To ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with:
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) to handle transactions securely once tipping becomes available.
- Service providers who help us operate the platform, such as hosting, analytics, and support tools.
- Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights and users.
Your Rights
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information at any time.
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Opt out of marketing communications.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
International Users
As Ephemee is based in Australia, your data may be processed and stored in Australia or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our platform, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be posted here with an updated “last revised” date.
Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy, please message us on Instagram:
@ephemee_app
This Privacy Policy was last updated on November 26, 2025.