Effective Date: October 23, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Yay Pics. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of information gathered through our website at https://yay.pics (the “Site”), our services, and any related applications or social media channels (collectively, the “Services”).
By using Yay Pics, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, our Guest Terms of Service, and our Acceptable Use Policy.
Who We Are
Yay Pics is a photo and video sharing platform that allows users to create galleries and share memories with friends and family. This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, account holders, gallery creators, and contributors who use our Services.
Contact Information:
- Email: support@yay.pics
- Website: https://yay.pics
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide Directly
Account Information: When you create an account, we collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Password (stored in encrypted form)
- Profile information you choose to provide
Gallery Content: When you create or contribute to galleries, we collect:
- Photos and videos you upload
- Captions, comments, and descriptions
- Gallery names and settings
- Sharing preferences
Communications: When you contact us, we collect:
- Your name and email address
- The content of your messages
- Any attachments or supporting materials
Payment Information: When you purchase services or digital products, we collect:
- Billing name and address
- Payment card information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Transaction history
2. Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data: When you access our Services, we automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information (type, operating system, unique identifiers)
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referral sources
- Date and time stamps of visits
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Authenticate your account
- Analyze usage patterns and improve our Services
- Provide personalized content and features
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Services.
3. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Social media platforms (if you choose to connect your account)
- Analytics providers
- Payment processors
- Other users who share content with you or mention you in galleries
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Service Delivery and Functionality
- To create and manage your account
- To enable you to create, share, and access galleries
- To facilitate photo and video uploads and sharing
- To process payments and manage subscriptions
- To provide customer support
Communication
- To send you service-related notifications and updates
- To respond to your inquiries and requests
- To send promotional materials and newsletters (with your consent)
- To notify you of changes to our Services or policies
Improvement and Analytics
- To analyze usage patterns and improve our Services
- To develop new features and functionality
- To troubleshoot technical issues
- To conduct research and testing
Safety and Security
- To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security threats
- To enforce our Guest Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy
- To protect the rights, property, and safety of Yay Pics, our users, and others
- To comply with legal obligations
Legal Compliance
- To respond to legal requests and prevent harm
- To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- To enforce our legal rights and agreements
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
- When you share gallery links with others, those recipients can view the content you’ve shared
- When you grant us permission to share specific information
- When you interact with third-party integrations
Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with:
- Cloud hosting and storage
- Payment processing
- Email delivery
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Customer support tools
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to:
- Comply with valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders, legal requests)
- Enforce our Guest Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy
- Protect against fraud, security threats, or illegal activity
- Protect the rights, property, or safety of Yay Pics, our users, or the public
Business Transfers
If Yay Pics is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.
Aggregate and De-identified Data
We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you for research, marketing, analytics, or other purposes.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Correction and Updating
- Update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings
- Contact us to request corrections
Deletion
- Delete your account and associated data
- Request deletion of specific content or information
- Note: Some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes
Objection and Restriction
- Object to certain processing of your information
- Request restriction of processing in specific circumstances
Withdraw Consent
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications by using unsubscribe links
- Change your cookie preferences through browser settings
- Revoke permissions granted to the Services
Do Not Sell My Personal Information
- We do not sell personal information
- If our practices change, we will update this policy and provide opt-out mechanisms
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@yay.pics. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law, typically within 30 days.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide you with our Services
- Maintain your account
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Prevent fraud and abuse
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required or permitted to retain it for legal, security, or legitimate business purposes.
Gallery content that you have shared may continue to be stored if other users have saved or downloaded it, as we cannot control content once it has been shared.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, destruction, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure password storage using industry-standard hashing
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Employee training on data protection
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Yay Pics is not intended for use by individuals under the age of majority in their jurisdiction (generally 18 years old). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at support@yay.pics, and we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.
When we transfer information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information, including:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Data processing agreements
- Ensuring adequate levels of protection
Third-Party Links and Services
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, Services, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy
- Notify you through email or a prominent notice on our Site
- Provide you with an opportunity to review the changes
Your continued use of our Services after the effective date of the updated policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Your California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to Know
You can request information about the personal information we have collected, used, disclosed, and sold about you in the past 12 months.
Right to Delete
You can request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out
You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To submit a request, contact us at support@yay.pics. We will verify your identity before processing your request.
European Union and UK Data Protection Rights
If you are located in the European Union, European Economic Area, or the United Kingdom, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK data protection laws:
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on:
- Consent: When you have given clear consent for specific purposes
- Contract: To fulfill our contractual obligations to provide Services
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws
- Legitimate Interests: To operate, improve, and protect our Services and users
Additional Rights
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to automated decision-making
Data Protection Officer
For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact us at support@yay.pics.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: support@yay.pics
Address: 64 Jumbo Drive, Riverside, Copperbelt, Zambia
We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible, typically within 30 days.
Acceptance of This Policy
By using Yay Pics, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy, along with our Guest Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy.
Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Version: 1.0
