Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

HaleLog is designed to operate with minimal data collection.

We may collect:

• Basic technical information (such as browser type, device type, and timestamps)
• Anonymous or pseudonymous identifiers required to enforce one vote per poll
• Account information only if you choose to sign in (e.g., username or email, depending on the authentication method)

We do not collect:

• Personal profile information
• Sensitive personal data
• Voting choices linked publicly to your identity

2. Voting Data

• Individual votes are recorded to ensure poll integrity.
• Votes are not displayed or shared at an individual level.
• Only aggregated results are published after a poll closes.
• Closed polls are archived and remain publicly accessible as historical records.

3. How We Use Data

We use collected data solely to:

• Operate and maintain the platform
• Enforce voting rules and prevent abuse
• Improve performance and reliability
• Analyze aggregated participation trends

We do not use data for:

• Advertising
• Behavioral profiling
• Selling or sharing with third parties

4. Cookies and Local Storage

HaleLog may use cookies or local storage strictly for:

• Session management
• Security
• Preventing duplicate or abusive voting

No tracking or advertising cookies are used.

5. Data Sharing

HaleLog does not sell, rent, or trade user data.

Data may be shared only if:

• Required by law
• Necessary to protect the platform from abuse or security threats

Any such sharing is limited to what is strictly necessary.

6. Data Retention

• Technical and operational data is retained only as long as necessary.
• Aggregated poll results are retained indefinitely as part of the public archive.
• You may request deletion of your account-related data, where applicable.

7. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect data against unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse.

However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

If changes are made:

• The updated date will be revised
• Continued use of the platform indicates acceptance of the updated policy

9. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about privacy, please contact:

support@halelog.com