Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

PhotoComps ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it and your rights.

1. Information We Collect

When you register or use PhotoComps, we may collect:

• Name and email address
• Country of residence
• PayPal email address (optional, for prize payments)
• Photos you upload to the Platform
• Votes, comments and ratings you submit
• Google account information if you sign in with Google

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Process competition entries and payments
• Display your photos and profile in competitions and the gallery
• Send prize payments to winners
• Send competition updates and newsletters (only if you opted in)
• Improve the Platform and prevent fraud

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share limited data with:

• PayPal — for processing payments and prize disbursements
• Google — if you choose to sign in with Google

4. Cookies

We use session cookies to keep you logged in. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt out of marketing emails at any time

7. Security

We use industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption and secure password hashing to protect your data.

8. Contact

For privacy-related requests or questions, contact us at admin@photocomps.com.