Privacy Policy — Second Reader

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when users create accounts or use the platform:

Account Information

• Name or username
• Email address
• Profile information
• Genres/interests
• Reader or writer preferences

User Content

• Written submissions
• Feedback comments
• Reader profiles and feedback samples
• Messages or interactions shared through the platform

Usage Information

We may collect limited technical information such as:

• Browser type
• Device information
• General usage activity
• Log data

This information helps improve the platform and maintain security.

2. Personal Writing and Creative Work

Second Reader is built around the exchange of unpublished creative work.

Users understand that:

• pieces shared on the platform may be read by other approved users,
• feedback may be exchanged between writers and readers,
• and participation involves sharing creative writing with members of the platform community.

Writers retain ownership of all writing they upload to Second Reader.

Users may remove their submissions from public browsing at any time through their profile settings.

We ask all users to treat others’ writing respectfully and not reproduce, distribute, publish, or share another user’s work outside the platform without permission.

3. Minors and Users Under 18

Some users of Second Reader may be under the age of 18.

We are committed to maintaining a respectful and safe environment for younger writers and readers.

If you are under 18:

• please use the platform responsibly,
• avoid sharing unnecessary personal information,
• and speak with a parent, guardian, teacher, or program leader if you have concerns about your experience on the platform.

Organizations, schools, or educational programs using Second Reader with minors are responsible for ensuring appropriate supervision and consent practices where required.

Second Reader does not knowingly sell or publicly disclose minors’ personal information.

4. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• operate and improve the platform,
• facilitate feedback exchanges between users,
• provide account access and support,
• maintain platform security,
• communicate important updates,
• and improve user experience.

We may also use anonymized or aggregated feedback data to improve the platform and understand how users engage with the service.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

User writing, feedback, and profile information are shared only within the functioning of the platform and according to user activity and permissions.

We may share limited information:

• with service providers necessary to operate the platform (such as hosting or authentication providers),
• when legally required,
• or when necessary to protect the safety or integrity of the platform.

6. Data Security

We make reasonable efforts to protect user data and creative work from unauthorized access.

However, no online platform or service can guarantee absolute security. Users understand that sharing writing and information online carries some level of inherent risk.

7. Removing Content and Accounts

Users may:

• remove submissions from public browsing,
• edit profile information,
• or request deletion of their account.

Some limited backup or system records may temporarily remain in secure storage after deletion.

8. Community Conduct

Second Reader is intended to foster thoughtful, constructive, and respectful creative exchange.

Users agree not to:

• harass or threaten others,
• misuse personal information,
• reproduce another user’s work without permission,
• or attempt unauthorized access to accounts or platform data.

We reserve the right to suspend or remove accounts that violate community standards or compromise platform safety.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as the platform evolves.

If significant changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date above and may notify users through the platform.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or concerns about your data or experience on the platform, please contact:

Second Reader

A Write to Right initiative

Email: info@writetoright.co