PRIVACY POLICY

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

SHITTYAF is designed to be as anonymous as possible. We do not require accounts or personal identifiers to use the Site. However, we may collect:

• Browser-based voter hash: A locally generated hash used solely to prevent duplicate votes. It is not tied to any identity.
• Uploaded images: Memes and images you upload are stored in our backend storage.
• Technical data: Standard server logs, IP addresses, and browser information for security and debugging.

2. HOW WE USE INFORMATION

We use collected information solely to operate the Site, prevent abuse, and improve the user experience. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.

3. COOKIES & STORAGE

We use sessionStorage to track whether you have seen the intro video. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics. No advertising cookies are present.

4. DATA RETENTION

User-submitted stories and memes remain on the Site until manually removed by us or by a valid legal request. Technical logs are retained for up to 90 days.

5. SECURITY

We implement reasonable security measures to protect data. However, no system is 100% secure. Use the Site at your own risk.

6. CHILDREN

The Site is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

7. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

8. CONTACT

For privacy-related questions, contact us at privacy@shittyaf.com.