At SmoothBallot, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our e-voting platform and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of data:
- Personal Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, and organization names, submitted during registration or contact.
- Election Data: Voter lists (via CSV files or accreditation forms), voting records (anonymized), and result summaries.
- Technical Data: Device type, browser, IP address, and usage data to improve platform performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Provide and manage our voting services.
- Ensure platform security and prevent fraud.
- Improve platform functionality and user experience.
- Communicate important updates and support responses.
3. Data Security
We use encryption, secure cloud infrastructure, and role-based access controls to protect your data. However, we recommend using CSV upload for voter registration, as SmoothBallot is not responsible for issues arising from errors or fraudulent entries submitted through the accreditation form method.
4. Data Sharing & Storage
- We do not sell or share your data with third parties.
- Data is stored on secure, encrypted servers, accessible only to authorized personnel.
5. User Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Request copies of stored election reports.
- Withdraw consent for data use (may affect platform functionality).
6. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze usage. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
7. Changes to this Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. All changes will be reflected here with a revised "Last Updated" date.