Privacy policy

1. overview

pherus respects your privacy. this policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and what control you have over your information. by using pherus, you agree to this policy.

2. what we collect

we collect only what is necessary to run and improve pherus. this may include account information (such as email or username), basic usage data, and any content you choose to provide.

some parts of pherus may involve sensitive information shared by users (for example: identity-related resources or safety information). this data is treated with extra care, but it is still user-provided and cannot be guaranteed to be fully secure.

3. how we use your data

your data is used to operate the platform, improve features, maintain security, and support the community. we do not sell your data.

we may use aggregated or anonymized data to understand how pherus is used and to improve the system over time.

4. authentication & infrastructure

pherus uses a custom authentication system and modern cloud infrastructure. this may include services for storage, databases, and performance. while we choose providers carefully, no system is completely secure.

you are responsible for keeping your account credentials safe.

5. sharing of data

we do not sell or trade your personal data. data may only be shared when required to operate the service (for example: infrastructure providers), to comply with legal obligations, or to protect users and the platform.

11. regional access & safety measures

pherus may restrict or modify access to parts of the service based on location or risk factors. this is done to reduce potential harm to users, especially in regions where certain identities or information may be unsafe.

these measures are not perfect and should not be relied on as a guarantee of safety. users are responsible for understanding their local environment and using the platform accordingly.

12. data protection approach

pherus is designed to minimize the collection of sensitive information. where such data exists, it may be encrypted and accessible only through secure backend processes. direct access to sensitive data is restricted.

while we aim to protect user data through technical and design decisions, no system can guarantee complete security.

13. protective actions

in situations where user safety may be at risk, pherus may take protective actions. these may include restricting access, disabling features, limiting visibility of sensitive data, or removing certain data where necessary.

these actions are intended to reduce harm and protect both users and the platform.

6. user content

any content you submit to pherus remains yours, but you grant pherus permission to use it to operate and improve the platform.

be mindful of what you share, especially in public or community-driven areas. sensitive information should always be handled with care.

7. data retention

we keep data only for as long as necessary to operate pherus or comply with legal obligations. you may request deletion of your data where possible.

8. your rights

you have the right to access, update, or request deletion of your data. depending on your location, you may have additional rights under local laws.

9. limitations

while we aim to protect your data, no system is completely secure. by using pherus, you understand and accept this risk.

10. changes

this policy may change as pherus evolves. continued use of the platform means you accept the updated policy.