Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026/04/01

1. Introduction

Welcome to Builders ("we," "our," or "us"). We are an industry-neutral advertising platform that connects advertisers with a curated network of publishers. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect, use, store and transfer different kinds of personal data about you which we have grouped together follows:

• Identity Data includes first name, last name, username or similar identifier.
• Contact Data includes billing address, delivery address, email address and telephone numbers.
• Technical Data includes internet protocol (IP) address, your login data, browser type and version, time zone setting and location, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform and other technology on the devices you use to access this website.
• Usage Data includes information about how you use our website, products and services.

3. How We Use Your Data

We will only use your personal data when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we will use your personal data in the following circumstances:

• Where we need to perform the contract we are about to enter into or have entered into with you.
• Where it is necessary for our legitimate interests (or those of a third party) and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.
• Where we need to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation.

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and understand how you interact with our services. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features.

4. Data Security

We have put in place appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used or accessed in an unauthorized way, altered or disclosed. In addition, we limit access to your personal data to those employees, agents, contractors and other third parties who have a business need to know.

5. Google User Data

We use Google Sign-In to authenticate users and simplify the login process. When you choose to sign in with Google:

• We access your email address and basic profile information (such as your name and profile picture) to create your account and communicate with you.
• We do not sell Google user data. The information we collect from your Google account is used solely to provide our services to you and is not shared with third parties for advertising purposes.
• We comply with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

6. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how our customers use the Site. You can read more about how Google uses your Personal Information here:https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/. You can also opt-out of Google Analytics here:https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

7. Meta (Facebook & Instagram) User Data

We use Meta Login to allow you to manage your Facebook Pages and Instagram Business accounts. When you connect your Meta accounts:

• We access your Page list and permissions to enable automated posting and engagement tracking on your behalf.
• We store access tokens securely to maintain your connection. These tokens can be revoked at any time by disconnecting your account in our dashboard.
• We do not share your Meta user data with third parties for their own marketing purposes. Data is used strictly for the functionality of our platform in accordance with the Meta Developer Policies.
• For data removal, please follow our Data Deletion Instructions.

8. LinkedIn User Data

We use LinkedIn OAuth to allow you to share content to your personal LinkedIn profile or LinkedIn Company Pages. When you connect your LinkedIn account:

• We access your basic profile information and the list of organizations you administer to enable targeted publishing.
• We store access tokens securely to perform authorized posting actions. You can disconnect this integration at any time in your settings.
• We do not share your LinkedIn data for external marketing purposes. Use of this data is strictly limited to providing the social media management services in compliance with the LinkedIn Developer Terms.

9. X (Twitter) User Data

We use X OAuth to allow you to post updates and manage your X profile. When you connect your X account:

• We access your user ID and screen name to uniquely identify your connection.
• We store access tokens securely to perform authorized posting on your behalf.
• We comply with the X Developer Agreement.

10. TikTok User Data

We use TikTok Login to enable video sharing and profile management. When you connect your TikTok account:

• We access your basic profile information and video management permissions.
• We do not share your TikTok data with third parties for unapproved purposes.
• We comply with the TikTok Terms of Service.

11. Pinterest User Data

We use Pinterest OAuth to allow you to create pins and manage boards. When you connect your Pinterest account:

• We access your board list and pin creation permissions.
• We store your authentication tokens securely and do not sell your Pinterest data.
• We comply with the Pinterest Developer Terms.

12. YouTube User Data

We use YouTube/Google API Services to allow you to upload videos and manage your channel. When you connect your Google account for YouTube:

• We access your YouTube channel information and video upload permissions.
• Our platform uses YouTube API Services. By using these features, users are bound by the YouTube Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.
• You can manage your YouTube security settings and revoke access via the Google security settings page.

13. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. You can exercise these rights by contacting us. We will respond in accordance with applicable laws.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:support@builders.org.za