Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account or interact with our platform, we may collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, password
• Profile Information: Profile photos, biographical information, social media links, creator content
• Communications: Messages, reviews, comments, ratings, and other user-generated content you submit
• Contact Information: Email address or other contact details when you contact us for support

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click patterns, search queries
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies (see Section 9 below)
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and similar services
• Cloud Hosting: AWS or other infrastructure providers
• Payment Processors: If you make transactions (future feature)
• CDN Providers: Content delivery and media hosting services

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: To operate the platform, create and manage accounts, display profiles and content
• Search and Discovery: To enable users to search and discover creator profiles
• Communications: To respond to inquiries, send service updates, notifications, and platform announcements
• Advertising: To display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, improve user experience, and optimize platform performance
• Safety and Security: To detect fraud, prevent abuse, enforce our Terms of Service, and protect users
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, respond to legal requests, and protect our rights
• Business Operations: To maintain records, conduct research, and develop new features

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Public Information

Information you choose to make public (profile information, reviews, comments) will be visible to other users and may be indexed by search engines.

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the platform:

• Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers (e.g., AWS)
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Content delivery networks (CDNs)
• Payment processors (for future payment features)
• Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to:

• Comply with legal processes and obligations
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of BestModelSearch.com, our users, or others
• Detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. International Data Transfers

BestModelSearch.com operates globally, and your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside of Singapore, including the United States and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than Singapore.

When we transfer your personal data internationally, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Active Accounts: We retain account information while your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: After account deletion, we may retain certain information for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for analytics purposes
• Legal Obligations: We may retain data as required by law, such as for tax, accounting, or dispute resolution purposes

6. Your Rights and Choices

Under the Singapore PDPA and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

6.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and correct your personal information. You can update your profile information through your account settings.

6.2 Withdrawal of Consent

You may withdraw your consent for us to collect, use, or disclose your personal information at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions. Note that withdrawing consent may affect your ability to use certain features of the platform.

6.3 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

6.4 Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and personal information by contacting us. We will comply with your request subject to legal and contractual obligations.

6.5 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or by updating your account preferences.

6.6 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@bestmodelsearch.com

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and monitoring
• Employee training on data protection
• Contractual obligations with third-party service providers

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

8. Age Restrictions

BestModelSearch.com is intended for users who are at least 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If you are under 18, do not use this platform or provide any personal information to us.

If we discover that we have collected personal information from someone under 18, we will delete that information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from someone under 18, please contact us immediately.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data.

9.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function (e.g., authentication, security)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the platform (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

9.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services (such as Google Analytics, ad networks, and CDN providers) may set their own cookies to track your activity. We do not control these cookies.

9.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

10. Third-Party Links

Our platform contains links to external websites and platforms (such as OnlyFans, Fansly, social media profiles, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or platform features. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page with a new "Effective Date"
• Sending you an email notification (if you have an account)
• Displaying a notice on the platform

Your continued use of the platform after the effective date of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Singapore. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our platform.