1. Introduction

Welcome to Zootom Life Forum (“we,” “our,” or “us”), a platform operated by Zootom Ltd. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you use our forum at [Insert Forum URL] in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.

By registering, logging in, and participating in our forum, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Data Controller

Zootom Ltd.
SC69838

48 West George Street, 2nd Floor, Glasgow, Scotland, G2 1BP
Contact email for Data Protection Matters.

3. What Data We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal data when you interact with the Zootom Life Forum:

• Account Information:

  • Name (if provided)

  • Email address

  • Username

  • Profile picture (from social logins)

  • Social login ID (e.g., Google/Facebook)

• Technical Data:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Operating system

• Forum Activity:

  • Posts and comments

  • Topics created or followed

  • Private messages (if applicable)

• Usage Data:

  • Login times

  • Interaction logs

  • Preferences and settings

4. How We Collect Data

• When you sign up using email or social login providers (Google, Facebook, etc.)

• When you post or interact on the forum

• Through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you voluntarily register or post content.

• Contractual necessity: To provide you access to and functionality of the forum.

• Legitimate interest: To ensure platform security, user experience, and prevent abuse.

• Legal obligations: Where we must comply with applicable laws.

6. How We Use Your Data

• To create and manage your user account

• To allow participation in discussions and posting of content

• To notify you about replies, messages, or relevant updates

• To maintain security, prevent spam and abuse

• To improve forum performance and features

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share data with:

• Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, authentication)

• Law enforcement or regulatory bodies if legally required

• Forum moderators for community enforcement and management

All third parties are contractually obligated to comply with data protection standards.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or necessary to provide services. Posts and content you contribute may remain publicly visible unless deleted by you or upon request.

We may retain some data after account deletion to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a user within the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

• Access to your personal data

• Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

• Erasure (“right to be forgotten”)

• Restriction of processing

• Data portability

• Objection to processing

• Withdraw consent at any time (for consent-based processing)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• HTTPS encryption

• Access controls

• Regular security audits

• Secure social login integrations

11. International Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed outside the EEA, including in countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. In such cases, we ensure adequate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

12. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in

• Track forum activity

• Improve usability

For more information, refer to our [Cookie Policy].

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes and update the “Effective Date” above.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about your personal data or this policy, contact:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Zootom Ltd.
48 West George Street, 2nd Floor, Glasgow, Scotland, G2 1BP
Contact email for Data Protection Matters.