Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 24, 2026
1. Introduction
Novari ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully. By using Novari, you consent to the practices described herein.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Account information: name, email address, and profile details provided during registration
- Authentication data: credentials and tokens from email/password or Google OAuth sign-in
- Usage data: ranking submissions, voting history, expertise scores, community group participation, and interaction patterns
- Device information: browser type, operating system, IP address, and general location data
- Cookies and similar technologies: session tokens and preferences stored on your device
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Process your ranking submissions and calculate expertise scores
- Display your profile, rankings, and stats within community features and leaderboards
- Communicate with you about updates, features, and important notices
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience and platform performance
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Public profile data: your username, rankings, and expertise scores are visible to other users as part of the Service
- Service providers: trusted third parties who assist in operating the platform (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements
- Legal requirements: when required by law, regulation, or legal process
- Safety: to protect the rights, property, or safety of Novari, our users, or the public
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication via Supabase, and row-level security policies on our database. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies to maintain your session and authentication state. We may also use analytics tools to understand how users interact with the Service. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access and receive a copy of your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your data
- Export your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below.
8. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you through the Service or via email. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@novari.app.