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Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Effective Date: December 6, 2025

Welcome to AskAsk.Me!

By using our platform, you agree to these Terms of Service. We've kept them simple and fair. If you have questions, we're here to help!

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using AskAsk.Me, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our platform.

2. Eligibility

  • You must be at least 13 years old to use AskAsk.Me
  • If you are under 18, you must have permission from a parent or guardian
  • You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account
  • One person may not maintain more than one account

3. User Accounts

When you create an account with us:

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate our policies

4. User Conduct & Community Standards

You agree to use AskAsk.Me only for lawful purposes. You must NOT:

  • Post content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or invasive of another's privacy
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity
  • Post spam, advertisements, or promotional content without permission
  • Engage in any form of harassment or bullying
  • Share private information about others without their consent
  • Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the platform
  • Use automated systems or bots without explicit permission
⚠️ Violations Result In:

First offense: Warning • Second offense: Temporary suspension • Third offense: Permanent ban

5. Content Ownership & License

Your Content: You retain all rights to the content you post on AskAsk.Me. However, by posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content on our platform.

Our Content: All platform features, design, code, and branding are the intellectual property of AskAsk.Me. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission.

6. Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

  • Remove any content that violates our policies
  • Review reported content within 24 hours
  • Take action against users who repeatedly violate our guidelines
  • Permanently remove content without notice if it's clearly illegal or harmful

7. Privacy & Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. We collect minimal data and never share it with third parties. See our Privacy Policy for details.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

AskAsk.Me is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that:

  • The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Defects will be corrected
  • The platform is free of viruses or harmful components

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AskAsk.Me is not liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of data or profits
  • User-generated content
  • Third-party actions

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes become effective when posted. Your continued use of AskAsk.Me after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Termination

You may delete your account at any time from Settings. We may suspend or terminate your account if you violate these Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by international digital platform standards and principles of fair use.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Your Privacy Matters

We believe in transparency. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how you can control it.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

  • Account Information: Username, email address, password (encrypted)
  • Profile Information: Bio, profile photo, cover photo (optional)
  • Content: Questions, answers, comments, and uploaded images
  • Social Links: Links to your social media profiles (optional)

Automatically Collected:

  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, time spent
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device for functionality

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and improve our services
  • To personalize your experience
  • To send important notifications (you can opt-out)
  • To prevent fraud and abuse
  • To analyze platform usage and improve features
We NEVER:
  • ❌ Sell your data to third parties
  • ❌ Share your email with advertisers
  • ❌ Track you across other websites
  • ❌ Use your data for purposes you haven't consented to

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We only share your information in these limited circumstances:

  • Public Profile: Your username, bio, and public posts are visible to all users
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights and safety
  • Service Providers: Hosting and infrastructure providers (under strict confidentiality agreements)

4. Your Rights & Controls

You have the right to:

  • Access: View all data we have about you
  • Edit: Update your profile information anytime
  • Delete: Permanently delete your account from Settings
  • Export: Download your data from Admin Panel
  • Opt-Out: Disable email notifications in Settings

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

  • 🔐 All passwords are encrypted with bcrypt
  • 🔒 HTTPS encryption for all connections
  • 🛡️ Regular security audits
  • 📊 Database access logs

6. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

  • Your profile and personal information are immediately deleted
  • Your posts may be retained for moderation purposes for 30 days
  • Backup copies are deleted within 90 days

7. Children's Privacy

Users under 13 are not permitted to use AskAsk.Me. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

8. International Users

AskAsk.Me is hosted globally. By using our platform, you consent to the transfer of your information to our servers, which may be located in different countries.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our platform.

Community Guidelines

Building a Positive Community

AskAsk.Me is a place for genuine connection and meaningful conversations. These guidelines help keep our community safe, respectful, and fun for everyone.

✅ Do's - What We Encourage

  • Be Respectful: Treat others the way you want to be treated
  • Be Authentic: Share your genuine thoughts and experiences
  • Ask Interesting Questions: Be creative, curious, and thoughtful
  • Give Thoughtful Answers: Take time to provide meaningful responses
  • Support Others: Like and comment on content you appreciate
  • Report Issues: Help us maintain a safe community by reporting violations
  • Have Fun: Enjoy making new connections!

❌ Don'ts - What We Prohibit

Harassment & Bullying

  • Targeting individuals with hate, threats, or intimidation
  • Repeatedly messaging someone who asked you to stop
  • Encouraging others to harass someone

Hate Speech

  • Content that attacks people based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, or sexual orientation
  • Using slurs or derogatory language
  • Promoting hate groups or ideologies

Adult Content

  • Sexually explicit content or nudity
  • Sexual solicitation
  • Content sexualizing minors (zero tolerance)

Violence & Threats

  • Threats of violence against individuals or groups
  • Graphic violence or gore
  • Promoting self-harm or suicide

Spam & Scams

  • Posting repetitive or irrelevant content
  • Phishing or scam attempts
  • Unsolicited advertising or promotion

Impersonation & Deception

  • Pretending to be someone else
  • Creating fake accounts
  • Spreading misinformation
🚨 Zero Tolerance Policies

Immediate permanent ban for: Child exploitation, terrorism, extreme violence, doxxing, or coordinated harassment campaigns.

⚠️ Reporting & Enforcement

How to Report

  1. Click the three dots (⋮) on any post
  2. Select "Report"
  3. Choose the reason for reporting
  4. Our team reviews within 24 hours

What Happens After Reporting

  • Review: Our moderation team reviews the report
  • Action: If violated, content is removed and user may be warned or banned
  • Appeal: Users can appeal decisions through the Feedback button

🎯 Best Practices

Asking Great Questions

  • Be specific and clear
  • Avoid yes/no questions - ask open-ended ones
  • Respect privacy - don't ask for personal information
  • Use anonymous questions responsibly

Giving Great Answers

  • Take time to think before responding
  • Be honest and authentic
  • Add context and details
  • Proofread for clarity

Building Your Profile

  • Choose an appropriate username
  • Use a clear profile photo
  • Write an interesting bio
  • Link your social media (optional)

Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the platform to function:

  • Session Cookie: Keeps you logged in
  • CSRF Token: Protects against security attacks
  • Preferences: Remembers your theme and settings

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These help us understand how users interact with our platform:

  • Page views and click tracking
  • Feature usage statistics
  • Performance monitoring
Cookie Control

You can disable non-essential cookies in your browser settings. Note that this may affect some features.

Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies
  • Block cookies from specific sites
  • Block all third-party cookies
  • Clear cookies when you close your browser

Copyright & DMCA

Copyright Policy

AskAsk.Me respects intellectual property rights. All users must comply with copyright law when posting content.

DMCA Takedown Requests

If you believe your copyrighted work has been posted without permission, please contact us with:

  • Your contact information
  • Description of the copyrighted work
  • URL of the infringing content
  • A statement that you believe the use is unauthorized
  • Your physical or electronic signature

Trademark Policy

The AskAsk.Me name, logo, and branding are trademarks. You may not use them without written permission.

Have Questions? We're Here to Help!

If you have any questions about these policies or need clarification, feel free to reach out.

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