Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 1, 2026
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
1) Who We Are
SocialCircles.Live is an event, venue, and artist listing platform owned and operated by Events Online, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our”).
Contact: contact@socialcircles.live
2) Scope
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit https://SocialCircles.Live or create a user profile. It applies to both visitors and registered users.
3) What We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate the platform and your account.
Information You Provide
- Display name and username/handle
- Email address (for login, notices, and support)
- Profile photo/avatar, bio, and any links you choose to include
- Event, venue, or artist entries you submit or edit
Contact & Location Information (Venues, Events, Artists, Users)
We may request or allow you to provide:
- Physical address
- Phone number
- Website and social media links
- Public-facing contact details intended for discovery
This information is used to display accurate listings and improve platform functionality. Any information you submit may be publicly visible. You should only provide information you have the right to share and that is intended for public use. Do not submit private or sensitive personal information in these fields.
Automatically Collected Information
- Device and browser information, IP address
- Pages visited, referral URLs, timestamps
- Essential cookies required for site functionality (see §7)
Optional Communications
- Messages or emails you send to us (support, feedback, inquiries)
Accuracy Notice:
We make no claims regarding the accuracy of event details, artist profiles, venue information, or any links posted on SocialCircles.Live.
4) How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve SocialCircles.Live
- Create and manage your account and profile
- Display your user‑generated content
- Provide support and respond to inquiries
- Enforce our Terms of Use, protect security, and prevent fraud
- Comply with applicable laws and legal processes
We do not sell your personal information.
5) User Profiles & Content
- User‑Created: All profiles are created by the user.
- Removal: Users or site admins may remove profiles or content at any time (subject to caching and backups as described in §10).
- Public Display: Content you publish—such as event listings, artist pages, or venue information—may be publicly visible. Do not include sensitive personal information in public fields.
6) Accuracy & Third‑Party Links
- No Warranties: We do not warrant the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of listings or profiles.
- External Sites: Some links may direct you to third‑party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies before interacting.
7) Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use limited, essential cookies to:
- Keep you signed in and maintain session security
- Remember basic preferences (e.g., language, display settings)
- Provide minimal analytics (if enabled)
You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
8) Analytics & Advertising (If Applicable)
If analytics or advertising features are enabled:
- Analytics: We may use privacy‑respecting analytics tools to understand site usage in aggregate.
- Ads/Tracking: If we introduce advertising networks or cross‑site tracking, we will update this Policy and provide appropriate notices and controls.
As of the Effective Date:
Our hosting provider does not independently store or use personally identifiable information beyond what is necessary for secure hosting and site operation.
9) Legal Bases (EEA/UK Users)
Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we rely on:
- Contract: Operating your account and providing the service
- Legitimate Interests: Security, fraud prevention, and service improvement
- Consent: When required (e.g., certain cookies or communications)
- Legal Obligation: Compliance with laws and lawful requests
10) Data Retention
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active.
- Deletion: When you delete your profile, it is removed from public view and active systems. Limited residual copies may remain in backup archives for a short, fixed period and are automatically purged on a rolling schedule.
- Operational Logs: Retained for a reasonable period for security and diagnostics, then aggregated or deleted.
11) Security & Access
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. No system is perfectly secure.
Access Method
SocialCircles.Live uses One‑Time Passwords (OTP) delivered via SMS or email for account access. By using the OTP process, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
User Responsibility
Any SMS or email charges incurred during OTP delivery are the responsibility of the user. You must maintain access to the email address or phone number associated with your account.
12) Sharing
We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Trusted vendors supporting hosting, operations, or support, bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.
- Legal/Compliance: To comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes, or to protect rights, safety, and property.
- Business Events: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, your information may be transferred under the same or updated privacy terms.
We do not sell personal information.
13) Your Choices & Rights
- Access/Update: Manage your profile through account settings.
- Delete: Remove your profile and content at any time or request admin removal.
- Communications: Opt out of non‑essential communications.
- EEA/UK: You may have rights to access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection.
- California (US): You may have rights under the CCPA/CPRA (know, delete, correct, opt‑out of sharing). We do not sell personal information.
Requests may be sent to contact@socialcircles.live. We may verify your identity before processing.
14) Children’s Privacy
SocialCircles.Live is not intended for children under 13 (or the age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided information, contact us to request removal.
15) International Transfers
If you access SocialCircles.Live from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the U.S. or other locations with different data protection laws. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards for cross‑border transfers.
16) Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated Policy.
17) Contact
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, contact:
Events Online, LLC
Email: contact@socialcircles.live