Introduction
At LatestFollows, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our anonymous Instagram tracking service.
Our core principle: We are committed to maintaining complete anonymity for our users. Your searches are private, and the Instagram accounts you investigate will never know you checked them.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Instagram Usernames: Only the public usernames you search for
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we don't store card details)
- Email Address: For account management and support (Elite users only)
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: How you interact with our service
- Device Information: Browser type, IP address (anonymized)
- Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics to improve our service
What We DON'T Collect
- Your Instagram login credentials
- Your personal Instagram data
- Names or personal information of searched accounts
- Location data beyond country-level analytics
How We Use Your Information
- Provide Service: Deliver anonymous Instagram insights
- Account Management: Manage Elite subscriptions and support
- Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance our platform
- Security: Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Data Protection & Anonymity
Your Anonymity
100% Anonymous Searches: When you search for an Instagram account, we access only publicly available information. The target account receives no notifications and has no way of knowing they were searched.
Data Security
- All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- Search history is automatically deleted after 30 days
- Payment processing through Stripe (PCI DSS compliant)
- Regular security audits and monitoring
Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your data. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate (e.g., payment processing)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition (with same privacy commitments)
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Data Portability: Export your data in a readable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@latestfollows.com
Cookies & Tracking
We use minimal cookies for:
- Essential: Basic website functionality
- Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics (Google Analytics)
- Preferences: Remember your settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
International Users
LatestFollows operates globally. If you're outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the US, where our servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We'll notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@latestfollows.com
- Legal: legal@latestfollows.com
- Support: support@latestfollows.com
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Last updated: December 19, 2024