Privacy Policy
Last updated: 9/6/2025
Overview
Stonk Market ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
Information We Collect
Account Information
- Email address (for authentication)
- Display name (optional)
- Profile picture (if provided through OAuth)
- Account creation and last login dates
Platform Data
- Trading activity and portfolio information
- Search queries and interactions
- Forum posts and comments
- Usage analytics and performance metrics
Third-Party Services & API Attributions
YouTube API Services
Our platform uses YouTube API Services to display channel information, subscriber counts, and video statistics for investment tracking purposes.
- By using our service, you agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service
- Please review Google's Privacy Policy: http://www.google.com/policies/privacy
- You can revoke access to your data via the Google security settings page: https://security.google.com/settings/security/permissions
Spotify Web API
Our platform uses Spotify Web API to display artist information, follower counts, and music statistics for investment tracking purposes.
- By using our service, you agree to be bound by Spotify's Terms and Conditions of Use
- Please review Spotify's Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/
Wikipedia API
Our platform uses Wikipedia API to display page information and view statistics for investment tracking purposes.
- Wikipedia content is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License
- Please review Wikimedia's Privacy Policy: https://foundation.wikimedia.org/wiki/Privacy_policy
How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain our investment simulation service
- Authenticate users and manage accounts
- Display personalized portfolio and trading information
- Enable community features like forums and discussions
- Improve our platform through analytics and user feedback
- Send important account and service notifications
Data Storage and Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
- Secure database storage with access controls
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited data retention policies
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information
- Update or correct your account details
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of non-essential communications
- Request data portability
You can manage most of these preferences through your Account Settings page.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain user sessions and authentication
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze platform usage and performance
- Provide personalized content
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
International Users
Our service is hosted in the United States. By using our platform, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through email or platform announcements. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@stonkmarket.app
Address: [Your Business Address]
Legal Disclaimers
Investment Simulation: Stonk Market is a simulation platform for educational purposes only. No real money is involved, and this platform does not provide actual investment advice. Past performance of simulated investments does not guarantee future results.
Third-Party Content: Information from YouTube, Spotify, Wikipedia, and other sources is provided for simulation purposes only and may not reflect real-time market conditions.