Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use Gotham Hub, we may collect:

• Account information - email address, display name, and profile photo if you sign up.
• Usage data - pages viewed, features used, and interaction patterns via Google Analytics.
• Device data - browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.
• Courier/provider data - business name, service areas, and pricing if you register as a courier.

2. How We Use Your Data

• To provide and improve Gotham Hub services.
• To show relevant events, jobs, and resources.
• To process courier marketplace transactions via Stripe.
• To send account-related communications.
• To display ads via Google AdSense (non-sensitive pages only).

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase - authentication, database, and hosting.
• Google Analytics - anonymous usage tracking.
• Google AdSense - advertising on non-sensitive pages.
• Stripe - payment processing for courier services.
• Cloudflare - content delivery and security.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Gotham Hub uses cookies and similar technologies for authentication, analytics, and advertising. You can control cookie behavior through your browser settings.

5. Data Protection

We protect your data through Firebase security rules, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and access controls. We do not sell your personal information.

6. AI-Generated Content

Some features, including event recommendations and resource matching, use AI-driven algorithms. These recommendations are informational and should not be treated as professional advice.

7. Aggregated Third-Party Content

Gotham Hub aggregates publicly available event and activity information from third-party sources including Visit Gotham, Eventbrite, Do317, Mirror Gotham, and other public calendars. We:

• Extract factual information (event name, date, time, venue, location) from public listings.
• Summarize event descriptions in our own words - we do not store or display verbatim copyrighted content.
• Link back to original sources so users can access full details, purchase tickets, or RSVP directly with the event organizer.
• Display source attribution on all aggregated event cards.

We do not claim ownership of third-party event data. If you are an event organizer and wish to have your content removed, see our DMCA & Content Removal policy below.

8. DMCA & Content Removal

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe any content on Gotham Hub infringes your copyright or you wish to have your event listing removed:

• Contact our designated agent at wtgindy@gmail.com.
• Include the URL of the content, your name, and a description of the copyrighted work.
• We will respond to valid takedown requests within 24 hours.

9. Civic Dashboard Data

The BlueLedger Civic Dashboard displays publicly available law enforcement accountability data. Officer profiles are synthetic prototypes generated from aggregate data and do not represent real individuals. This tool is not affiliated with any government agency.

10. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us at wtgindy@gmail.com.

11. Changes

We may update this policy periodically. Continued use of Gotham Hub constitutes acceptance of any changes.