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Privacy Policy

Ballastra is designed around transparency, user control, and responsible data handling. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Version 1.0 · Last updated May 2026

Privacy by Design

Ballastra is designed around transparency, user control, and responsible data handling.

Data We Collect

To operate Ballastra, we may collect:

  • Account information
  • Username
  • Email address
  • Profile information
  • Session identifiers
  • Device information
  • Security events
  • Login history

We collect only information necessary to provide and secure the service.

Messages & Communications

Private communications are transmitted securely. Ballastra does not sell message content or communication data to advertisers.

Voice and video communications are processed solely for service functionality.

Security Data

For account protection we may store:

  • Login timestamps
  • Device information
  • Browser information
  • Session identifiers
  • Approximate login location
  • Security alerts

This information helps detect unauthorized access.

Username Discovery

Usernames may be searchable within Ballastra to enable:

  • Friend requests
  • Networking
  • Community participation
  • Profile discovery

Opportunities & Applications

Information submitted through opportunities and applications may be visible to relevant community owners and opportunity creators.

Users should avoid sharing unnecessary sensitive information.

Connected Services

Future integrations may allow third-party applications to access limited information after user authorization. Users may revoke access at any time.

Data Export & Deletion

Users may request:

  • Data export
  • Account deletion
  • Profile removal

Subject to legal and security requirements.

Data Security

Ballastra implements:

  • Encrypted connections
  • Secure authentication
  • Session management
  • Account protection mechanisms
  • Access controls

No security system is perfect, but we continuously improve protections.

Children's Privacy

Ballastra is not intended for users below the minimum legal age required in their jurisdiction.

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Significant changes may be communicated through the platform.

Contact

Privacy-related questions may be directed through Ballastra Support.