1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account on xbato.co.uk, we may ask for the following details:

• Your email address
• A chosen username
• Reading preferences and saved bookmarks
• Account configuration and display settings

Data Collected Automatically

Certain technical information is gathered automatically during your visit:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type and operating system version
• Device model and screen resolution
• Pages viewed and duration of each session
• The website that referred you to us

2. How We Use Your Information

The data we collect serves the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: Power core features like reading, bookmarking, and progress tracking
• Personalization: Tailor content recommendations and the interface to your preferences
• Notifications: Inform you about new chapter releases and platform updates
• Platform Insights: Analyze usage patterns so we can continuously improve the experience
• Safety: Detect and prevent spam, fraud, and other malicious activity
• Regulatory Compliance: Fulfill our legal obligations and uphold our terms of service

3. Information Sharing

Your personal data is never sold. We only share information under the limited circumstances described below:

Trusted Service Partners

We partner with carefully vetted third parties who help us run the platform:

• Web hosting and content delivery networks (CDNs)
• Analytics and performance monitoring tools
• Email and notification delivery services
• Security and anti-abuse solutions

Legal Obligations

We may disclose your data if compelled by law, a court order, or a valid government request.

Business Transitions

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user data may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Security

We employ industry-standard safeguards to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted both in transit (TLS) and at rest
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access personal information, on a strict need-to-know basis
• Ongoing Audits: Our security practices undergo regular review and improvement
• Secure Infrastructure: Servers are protected by firewalls, intrusion detection, and 24/7 monitoring

While no online system can guarantee absolute security, we are committed to using commercially reasonable measures to safeguard your information at all times.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your device that help us deliver a smoother, more personalized experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic functionality such as login and navigation
• Preference Cookies: Store your chosen settings (e.g., display language, reading quality)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior and improve the platform
• Advertising Cookies: Enable the display of relevant, non-intrusive ads

Cookie Management

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings at any time. Be aware that blocking certain cookies may limit some site features.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Export your data in a portable format

Correction and Updates

• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Update your account information

Deletion

• Request deletion of your personal data
• Close your account permanently

Objection and Restriction

• Object to certain uses of your data
• Restrict processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us or visit your account settings on xbato.co.uk.

7. Children's Privacy

Batoto is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons.

We will:

• Notify users of significant changes via email or website notice
• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Provide a summary of key changes when applicable

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us: