This Privacy Policy explains what information Elka collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using Elka, you agree to the practices described here. If you don't agree, please don't use our services.
Welcome to Elka. This Privacy Policy outlines our approach to handling personal data when you use the Elka application and related services. We believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly what information we collect, why we need it, and how we protect it.
By accessing or using Elka, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the practices described in this policy. If you have any questions, please reach out to us using the contact information above.
This document applies to all information collected through Elka's platform. It does not cover third-party services that may be linked from within the app. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external services you use.
To provide and improve our services, we collect various types of information. Here's what that includes:
Username, email address, profile picture, and other details you provide during registration.
Messages, photos, videos, comments, and other media you post or send through the app.
Features you use, time spent, interactions, and other actions within the platform.
Additional information we may collect includes:
We use your data for specific, legitimate purposes:
Creating your account, authenticating you, displaying your profile, and enabling messaging and sharing.
Recommending relevant content, suggesting connections, and adapting the interface to your preferences.
Detecting spam, abuse, fraud, and policy violations. We analyze patterns to protect our community.
Other uses include:
Elka never sells your personal information. When we share data, it's only in the limited situations described below, always with strong protections in place.
We keep your data confidential except in these specific cases:
We always share the minimum necessary and require partners to follow strict privacy standards.
We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your information:
TLS for data in transit, AES for data at rest.
Only authorized personnel can access user data, and only when necessary.
We test systems regularly for vulnerabilities and conduct security reviews.
No online service is 100% secure. We don't claim perfection but work hard to minimize risks. If a breach occurs, we'll notify affected users and regulators as required by law.
Depending on your location, you may have these rights regarding your personal information:
Update your account details anytime through Settings.
Request a copy of your information in a portable format.
Request removal of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
Additional options:
To exercise these rights, email us at the address above. We'll respond within the timeframe required by law and may ask for identity verification first.
We keep your information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law.
When data is no longer needed, we securely destroy or anonymize it.
Elka is intended for users 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18.
We prohibit under-18 registration and enforce this through verification checks.
If we discover data from a minor, we delete it promptly — usually within 24 hours.
Parents who believe their child shared data with us should contact us right away.
⚠ Third-Party Services: This policy only covers Elka. If you follow links to other sites or use third-party services integrated with Elka, their own privacy policies apply. We're not responsible for their practices.
We may update this policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we'll let you know through:
Continuing to use Elka after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy. If you disagree, you should stop using the app and delete your account. We won't reduce your rights without your explicit consent.
Questions, concerns, or data requests? Reach out to us:
When contacting us, please include your username or registered email and a clear description of your request. We aim to respond within 30 days. For complex requests, we may need more time and will let you know.
Thank you for trusting Elka with your information. We're committed to earning that trust every day.