Privacy Policy & Terms - Sobriety.zone

Important Notice: Sobriety.zone is a support and tracking tool, NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, therapy, or treatment. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals for personal health concerns.

1. Your Privacy Matters

At Sobriety.zone ("we," "our," or "the Platform"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, sobriety dates, and any other details you provide voluntarily (e.g., in profiles or forums).
Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and pages visited (for analytics and security purposes).
User-Generated Content: Posts, comments, messages, or quotes you share on the Platform.

We do not collect sensitive health data beyond what you choose to voluntarily share (e.g., sobriety milestones).

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used solely to:

Provide and improve our services (e.g., tracking sobriety progress, community features)
Communicate with you (e.g., sending encouragement messages or service updates)
Ensure security and prevent abuse
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties, except as required by law (e.g., court orders) or to protect the rights, safety, or security of our users or Platform.

4. Data Protection & Security

We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your data, including:

Encryption for data in transit and at rest (HTTPS/SSL)
Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
Access controls to limit who can view or process your information
Regular security monitoring and updates

Important: However, no online platform is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data using reasonable security measures, we cannot guarantee absolute security against all potential threats, including hacking, unauthorized access, hardware failure, or other security breaches.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or trade your data to third parties for marketing purposes.
Trusted Service Providers: We may use third-party tools (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics) that comply with strict confidentiality agreements. These providers only access data necessary to perform their specific functions.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose data if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or those of others.

6. User Responsibilities & Risks

You control what you share. Please read carefully:

Sobriety.zone includes community features where information may be visible to others. Use discretion when sharing personal details.
Not a substitute for professional help: Our Platform is for support and tracking only. It does not provide medical advice, therapy, or treatment. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional for personal health concerns.
Use at Your Own Risk: You acknowledge and agree that:
- Sobriety.zone is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind
- We are not liable for any consequences of sharing personal information on the Platform
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account

7. Children's Privacy

Sobriety.zone is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that a child's data has been collected, we will delete it immediately. Parents who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us at privacy@sobriety.zone.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR for EU residents, CCPA for California residents), you may have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccuracies in your data
Request deletion of your data
Opt out of marketing communications
Object to data processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@sobriety.zone

9. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations. You can delete your account at any time through your profile settings, which will remove your personal data (except where retention is required by law for legal, accounting, or security purposes).

10. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage, and maintain security. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of the Platform.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Disclaimer of Liability & Limitation of Liability

Please Read This Section Carefully:

A. AS-IS BASIS: Sobriety.zone is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without any warranties, express or implied. We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or availability of the Platform, its content, or services.

B. NO LIABILITY FOR: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sobriety.zone, its owners, operators, employees, and affiliates shall NOT be liable for any damages arising from:

Your use or inability to use the Platform
Any errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in content
User-generated content or interactions between users
Unauthorized access to our servers or databases
Security breaches, hacking, or cyber attacks
Loss of data, including sobriety tracking information
Service interruptions, outages, or technical failures
Bugs, viruses, or malicious code transmitted through the Platform
Reliance on any information obtained through the Platform
Any decisions made based on Platform content
Consequences of sharing personal information with other users

C. LIMITATION OF DAMAGES: In no event shall our total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount you paid us in the past twelve (12) months, or $100, whichever is less.

D. INDEMNIFICATION: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sobriety.zone and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the Platform
Your violation of these terms
Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
Any content you post or share on the Platform

E. ACKNOWLEDGMENT: By using Sobriety.zone, you acknowledge and agree that you use the Platform entirely at your own risk and that the above limitations of liability are fair and reasonable.

13. Crisis Resources

If you are in crisis or need immediate help:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 (US)
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (24/7 free, confidential)
Emergency Services: Call 911 (US) or your local emergency number

14. Governing Law & Disputes

This Privacy Policy and Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction].

15. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:

Support: hello@sobriety.zone

Website: https://sobriety.zone

By using Sobriety.zone, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Privacy Policy & Terms of Service