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Privacy Policy

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1. Legal Entity Information

This Privacy Policy is provided by TidyTube ("we," "our," or "us"), a mobile application service provided by Guestcraft LLC. For privacy-related inquiries, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):

Email: support@guestcraft.com

Address: Los Angeles, CA 91403

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following categories of personal information:

Account information (email, name, profile data)
Authentication data (Google Sign-In tokens)
Usage data (search queries, playlist preferences, app interactions)
Device information (device ID, operating system, app version)
Advertising identifiers (for personalized ads via AdMob)
Location data (for location-based video search, with explicit consent)
Analytics data (app usage patterns, feature interactions)
Subscription data (RevenueCat integration, payment status)
AI search queries (processed by Groq for enhanced search functionality)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

Log data (app crashes, performance metrics)
Device identifiers and network information
Usage analytics and feature engagement
Advertising performance data and user interactions with ads

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Provide and maintain our YouTube search and playlist services
Process subscription payments and manage billing
Improve app functionality and user experience
Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
Send important updates and notifications
Ensure app security and prevent fraud
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
Personalize advertising content and measure ad performance
Provide location-based search features
Enhance search functionality through AI-powered features

4. Advertising and Tracking

Our app uses Google AdMob for advertising purposes. This may involve:

Collection of advertising identifiers for personalized ads
Cross-app tracking for advertising purposes
Analysis of ad performance and user interactions

You can opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings. Note that opting out may still result in non-personalized ads being displayed.

5. Location Data

We may collect location data when you use location-based search features. This data is:

Only collected with your explicit consent
Used solely for location-based video search functionality
Not permanently stored or linked to your identity
Not shared with third parties for advertising purposes

You can disable location access in your device settings at any time.

6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

6.1 Contract Performance

Processing necessary to provide our services and fulfill our contractual obligations.

6.2 Legitimate Interest

Processing for app improvement, security, fraud prevention, and advertising, balanced against your rights.

6.3 Consent

Processing based on your explicit consent for optional features, location data, and marketing communications.

6.4 Legal Obligation

Processing required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

7. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

Service providers (RevenueCat, Google, YouTube API)
Analytics partners (for app improvement)
Advertising partners (Google AdMob for ad delivery)
AI service providers (Groq for enhanced search functionality)
Legal authorities (when required by law)
Business partners (with your consent)

8. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU data transfers
Adequacy decisions where applicable
Privacy Shield compliance for US transfers (where applicable)
Additional technical and organizational measures

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Provide our services and maintain your account
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Account data is retained for 3 years after account deletion. Analytics data is anonymized after 2 years. Location data is not permanently stored. Legal requirements may extend retention periods.

10. Your Rights (GDPR Article 15-22)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

10.1 Right of Access (Article 15)

You can request a copy of your personal data and information about how we process it.

10.2 Right to Rectification (Article 16)

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

10.3 Right to Erasure (Article 17)

You can request deletion of your personal data in specific circumstances.

10.4 Right to Restriction (Article 18)

You can request limitation of processing in certain situations.

10.5 Right to Data Portability (Article 20)

You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

10.6 Right to Object (Article 21)

You can object to processing based on legitimate interests, including advertising.

10.7 Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw consent for processing based on consent at any time.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to say no to the sale of personal information
Right to equal service and price (non-discrimination)
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information
Right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information

11.1 Categories of Personal Information We Collect

Under CCPA, we collect the following categories of personal information:

Identifiers (email address, user ID, device ID)
Personal information (name, profile data)
Commercial information (subscription data, purchase history)
Internet or electronic network activity (search queries, app usage)
Geolocation data (location-based search features)
Audio, electronic, visual, or similar information (not collected)
Professional or employment-related information (not collected)
Education information (not collected)
Inferences drawn from personal information (search preferences, usage patterns)

11.2 Business Purposes for Data Collection

We collect and use personal information for the following business purposes:

Providing and maintaining our services
Processing transactions and managing subscriptions
Improving app functionality and user experience
Providing customer support
Ensuring app security and preventing fraud
Complying with legal obligations
Advertising and marketing (with consent)

11.3 Sale and Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information in the traditional sense. However, under CCPA, certain data sharing arrangements may be considered "sales" or "sharing":

Advertising identifiers may be shared with Google AdMob for ad delivery
Usage data may be shared with analytics partners for service improvement
Search queries may be processed by Groq AI for enhanced functionality

You have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information. To exercise this right, contact us at support@guestcraft.com or use the opt-out mechanisms provided in your device settings.

11.4 Sensitive Personal Information

We do not collect sensitive personal information as defined by CCPA (such as social security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account information, or precise geolocation for purposes other than providing requested services).

11.5 Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights. This means we will not:

Deny you goods or services
Charge you different prices or rates
Provide you with a different level or quality of services
Suggest that you may receive a different price or level of service

However, we may offer financial incentives for the collection, sale, or deletion of personal information, such as discounts for users who opt into certain data collection practices. Any such programs will be clearly disclosed and require your prior consent.

11.6 Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to make CCPA requests on your behalf. The authorized agent must provide proof of authorization and we may require verification of your identity before processing the request.

12. Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

Email: support@guestcraft.com

Subject Line: "Privacy Rights Request"

We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

13. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication measures
Employee training on data protection
Incident response procedures

14. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

15. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

Google Sign-In and YouTube API (Google Privacy Policy)
RevenueCat (subscription management)
Supabase (data storage and authentication)
Google AdMob (advertising and analytics)
Groq AI (AI-powered search enhancement)
Analytics services (app performance monitoring)

16. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy in the app
Sending email notifications to registered users
Displaying in-app notifications

Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

17. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Email: support@guestcraft.com

Website: https://tidytube.com

Address: Los Angeles, CA 91403

By using TidyTube, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.