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Last updated: August 24, 2026
1. Introduction
UrbanFake ("UrbanFake", "we", "our" or "the Service") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you use the UrbanFake application and related services, why we use this information, how it may be shared, and your rights regarding your personal information.
By using UrbanFake, creating an account, or accessing the Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
Depending on how you use UrbanFake, we may process different categories of information.
2.1 Account and Authentication Information
When you create an account or sign in, we may process information necessary to authenticate you and maintain your account, including:
your email address ;
account identifiers ;
authentication-related technical information ;
information provided through third-party authentication services such as Google Sign-In ;
information necessary for passwordless authentication methods such as Magic Links ;
technical information required to maintain account security.
2.2 Information You Provide
When using UrbanFake, you may voluntarily provide information such as:
profile information ;
publications and content you create ;
comments, reactions and other public interactions ;
reports concerning content, comments or users ;
information provided during moderation reviews or appeals ;
information provided when contacting UrbanFake.
You are responsible for the information you choose to make public through your publications.
We recommend that you do not share sensitive or confidential personal information that is not necessary for using the Service.
2.3 Device and Technical Information
UrbanFake may process technical information necessary for the operation, security and reliability of the Service, including:
device or installation identifiers ;
Firebase identifiers ;
push notification tokens ;
technical information related to security mechanisms such as Firebase App Check ;
application version ;
technical environment information ;
information related to errors or technical incidents.
These identifiers may change following actions such as application updates, reinstallation, device changes or data resets.
3. How We Use Information
UrbanFake uses collected information mainly to:
create and manage user accounts ;
authenticate users ;
provide application features ;
display and manage user content ;
enable reporting and moderation features ;
allow user blocking features ;
send notifications when enabled ;
maintain security and prevent abuse ;
detect fraudulent or harmful activity ;
analyze technical errors and improve reliability ;
respond to user requests ;
comply with legal obligations.
4. User Content, Information and Community Discussions
UrbanFake allows users to create, publish and interact with content.
Content published by users remains their responsibility.
UrbanFake does not determine whether a publication, statement, opinion, interpretation or information is true or false.
The platform is designed to provide a space where users can share, discuss and challenge information, opinions, interpretations and perspectives.
UrbanFake does not endorse, verify or validate user-generated content unless explicitly stated through a specific platform feature.
User-generated content may include opinions, incomplete information, disputed claims, interpretations or content that users consider to represent misinformation, disinformation or manipulation of information.
Published content reflects the views of its authors and does not necessarily represent the position of UrbanFake.
5. Reports and Moderation
UrbanFake provides tools allowing users to report content, comments, behaviors or accounts that may violate platform rules or applicable laws.
When a report is submitted, we may process information necessary to:
identify the reported content or account ;
review the situation ;
apply moderation measures when appropriate ;
handle moderation reviews or appeals ;
prevent abuse of reporting tools ;
protect users and the Service.
Moderation focuses on enforcing community rules and maintaining a safe environment for discussion.
Moderation is not intended to determine which opinions, interpretations or claims are correct.
A report does not automatically mean that content will be removed.
Each situation may be evaluated according to its context, applicable rules and available information.
6. Notifications
If you enable notifications, UrbanFake may process technical identifiers required to deliver notifications to your device.
These identifiers are not intended to publicly identify you.
You may manage notification preferences through your device settings or available application settings.
7. Third-Party Services
UrbanFake may rely on third-party services necessary for providing, securing and improving the Service.
These services may include:
authentication services ;
Google Sign-In ;
Firebase services ;
push notification services ;
application distribution services such as Google Play ;
technical infrastructure providers.
These providers may process information according to their own privacy policies and applicable agreements.
8. Sharing of Information
UrbanFake does not sell your personal information.
UrbanFake does not currently display personalized advertising and does not sell personal information for advertising purposes.
We may share limited information only when necessary:
with service providers helping us operate the Service ;
to maintain security and prevent abuse ;
to comply with legal obligations ;
to respond to lawful requests from authorities ;
to protect the rights, safety or integrity of UrbanFake, users or third parties.
We limit shared information to what is necessary for the relevant purpose.
9. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information.
For example:
account information may be retained while your account remains active ;
technical information may be retained for security and troubleshooting purposes ;
report-related information may be retained to handle moderation and prevent abuse ;
information related to disputes or appeals may be retained when necessary.
When information is no longer necessary, it may be deleted or anonymized.
10. Account Deletion
Users may request deletion of their account through the available application features.
When an account is deleted, UrbanFake will delete or anonymize personal information that is no longer required.
Some information may be retained when necessary to:
comply with legal obligations ;
maintain security ;
prevent fraud or abuse ;
manage technical backups ;
resolve disputes ;
protect the rights of users or third parties.
11. Security
UrbanFake implements reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against:
unauthorized access ;
loss ;
alteration ;
disclosure ;
misuse.
However, no digital service can guarantee absolute security.
Users should also take reasonable measures to protect their account and authentication methods.
12. Age Requirements and Children's Privacy
UrbanFake is intended for users aged 15 and above.
We do not knowingly allow users below the minimum required age to create accounts in violation of applicable rules.
If we become aware that an account does not meet applicable age requirements, we may take appropriate action.
13. Your Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
the right to access your information ;
the right to request correction ;
the right to request deletion ;
the right to restrict certain processing ;
the right to object to certain processing ;
the right to data portability where applicable.
14. Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your rights or ask questions regarding your personal information, contact:
We may request reasonable information to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
15. International Data Transfers
Some technical providers used by UrbanFake may process information outside your country or outside the European Economic Area.
Where applicable, such transfers are performed using appropriate safeguards required by applicable data protection laws.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
UrbanFake may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:
changes to the Service ;
new features ;
technical changes ;
legal or regulatory requirements.
The latest update date will always be displayed at the beginning of this document.
17. Contact
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information: