1. Information We Collect
Takes collects and processes the following types of information:
- Account Information: Email, username, profile photo when you create an account
- Content: Takes (audio/video), comments, likes, and engagement data
- Usage Data: How you interact with the platform, viewing history, preferences
- Device Information: Browser type, device type, IP address, operating system
- Payment Information: Processed securely through third-party payment providers (we don't store credit card details)
- Social Media Data: If you connect accounts (e.g., TikTok), we may access public profile information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve the Takes service
- Personalize your feed and recommendations
- Process payments and calculate earnings
- Send notifications about activity on your content
- Analyze trends and optimize platform performance
- Prevent fraud and enforce our Terms of Service
- Comply with legal obligations
- Communicate updates, promotions, and support
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our platform (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Public Content: Your takes and public profile information are visible to other users
- Aggregated Data: Anonymized, aggregated statistics for research and analytics
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encryption of sensitive data at rest
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Secure authentication and access controls
- Monitoring for suspicious activity
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Object: Object to certain data processing activities
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@takesnow.com
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze usage patterns
- Improve site performance
- Provide personalized recommendations
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your data within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.
8. Children's Privacy
Takes is not intended for users under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this policy.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.