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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2025

Fora ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform and services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account information (name, email address)
  • Event preferences and interests
  • Communications you send to us
  • Information you provide when hosting or attending events

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device and browser information
  • IP address and location data (city/state level)
  • Usage data and analytics
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Connect you with events and communities
  • Send you event notifications and updates (with your consent)
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide support
  • Ensure platform safety and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Event Hosts and Attendees: Limited information necessary for event participation
  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform
  • Business Partners: With your consent, sponsors or vendors relevant to your interests
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at privacy@fora.com.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and review your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Disable cookies in your browser settings
  • Request data portability

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Fora Privacy Team

Email: privacy@fora.com

Boston, MA

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws:

California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, opt-out of sale (we do not sell personal information), and non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.

European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights including data portability, restriction of processing, and the right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities.