Privacy Policy | AttorneyQnA

1. Introduction

AttorneyQnA ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our website.

2. Information We Collect

Identity information: name, email address, phone number.
Account information: username, hashed password.
Profile information (attorneys): photo, bio, practice areas, education, bar admissions.
Communications: messages, questions, comments you submit.
Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

To create and maintain your account.
To match users with attorneys based on legal needs.
To send service-related notifications.
To improve site features and detect abuse.
To comply with applicable U.S. laws.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only:

With attorneys you choose to contact through the platform.
With service providers (hosting, email delivery, analytics) bound by confidentiality agreements.
When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. Inactive accounts are deleted after 36 months of inactivity. Certain records (financial, tax, legal) may be retained longer where required by law.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (including CCPA for California residents), you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate data.
Request deletion of your account and personal data.
Opt out of marketing communications.
Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@attorneyqna.com.

7. Security

We use industry-standard encryption (TLS in transit, bcrypt for passwords) and access controls. No system is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security but we work continuously to protect your data.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have done so, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting a notice on the site or by email. Continued use of the service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact us at:

Email: privacy@attorneyqna.com
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