1. Who we are
minShelf is a social platform for rock and mineral collectors. We are operated as an independent project. For questions about this policy, contact us at privacy@minshelf.com.
2. Data we collect
- Account data: email address, username, display name, and optional profile details (bio, location, website, avatar).
- Content you post: photos, specimen details (title, description, mineral names, rock type), and GPS coordinates you choose to share.
- Usage data: pages visited, actions taken (likes, comments, follows) — used to operate and improve the service.
- Payment data: if you sell via the marketplace, payment processing is handled by Stripe. We do not store card numbers. Stripe's privacy policy applies to payment data.
3. How we use your data
- To provide and operate the minShelf platform.
- To show your posts and profile to other users (only content you mark as public).
- To send notifications you have opted into (likes, comments, follows).
- To process marketplace transactions via Stripe.
- To improve the service through anonymised usage analytics.
4. Data sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with:
- Supabase — database and authentication provider.
- Stripe — payment processing for marketplace transactions.
- Law enforcement where legally required.
5. Your rights (GDPR)
If you are in the UK or EU, you have the right to: access your data, correct inaccurate data, delete your account and data, and object to processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@minshelf.com.
6. Data retention
Your data is retained while your account is active. When you delete your account, your personal data is removed within 30 days. Some data may be retained longer where required by law (e.g. financial records).
7. Cookies
We use session cookies for authentication. No third-party advertising or tracking cookies are used.
8. Changes
We may update this policy. Significant changes will be notified via in-app notification. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance.