Table of Contents
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 21, 2025
Last Updated: August 21, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Tabbicus. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social networking platform and related services (collectively, the “Service”).
By using Tabbicus, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our Service.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Account Information:
- Username and display name
- Email address and phone number (optional)
- Password (encrypted and stored securely)
- Profile information (bio, profile picture, preferences)
- Age verification information
Content You Create:
- Posts, comments, and messages you send
- Photos, videos, and other media you upload
- Reactions, likes, and other interactions
- Community and group participation
Communications:
- Messages you send to other users
- Communications with our support team
- Feedback and survey responses
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
Usage Information:
- Time spent on the Service and features used
- Content you view, interact with, or share
- Search queries and browsing patterns
- Connection and interaction patterns with other users
Device Information:
- Device type, operating system, and version
- IP address and general location information
- Browser type and version
- Unique device identifiers
- Network connection information
Technical Data:
- Log files and server data
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Crash reports and performance analytics
- Security and fraud prevention data
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
3.1 Primary Uses
To Provide the Service:
- Create and manage your account
- Enable communication with other users
- Display your content and profile to appropriate audiences
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
To Improve the Service:
- Analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
- Develop new features and functionality
- Conduct research and analytics
- Test and improve our algorithms
Safety and Security:
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and harmful activities
- Enforce our Terms of Service and Community Guidelines
- Protect the rights and safety of users
- Comply with legal obligations
3.2 Communication Purposes
Service Communications:
- Account notifications and updates
- Security alerts and important notices
- Changes to our policies or terms
Optional Communications:
- Product updates and new features (with your consent)
- Community highlights and recommendations
- Promotional content (you can opt-out anytime)
3.3 Legal and Compliance
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Respond to legal requests and court orders
- Protect our legal rights and interests
- Cooperate with law enforcement when required
5. DATA RETENTION
5.1 Retention Periods
- Account data: Until you delete your account
- Content: As long as your account is active
- Messages: Retained according to your settings
- Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 2 years
5.2 Account Deletion
When you delete your account:
- Your profile and content are removed within 30 days
- Backup copies may persist for up to 90 days
- Some information may be retained for legal compliance
- Anonymous usage data may be retained for analytics
6. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS
6.1 Access and Control
Account Management:
- Access and update your account information
- Download a copy of your data
- Delete or deactivate your account
- Control who can see your content
Privacy Settings:
- Adjust visibility of your profile and content
- Control communication preferences
- Manage third-party integrations
- Set content filtering preferences
6.2 Regional Rights
For EU Users (GDPR):
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectify inaccurate data
- Right to erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
For California Users (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights
For Vietnam Users:
- Rights under Vietnam's Personal Data Protection laws
- Right to access and correct personal data
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to request data deletion
6.3 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your privacy rights:
- Use privacy controls in your account settings
- Contact our support team
- Submit requests through our privacy portal
- Email our Data Protection Officer
We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.
6.4 Data Subject Requests
How to Submit Requests:
- Log into your account and use the privacy settings
- Email our Data Protection Officer at privacy@$tabbicus.com
- Use our online privacy request form
- Contact customer support through the app
Verification Process:
- We verify your identity before processing requests
- May require additional documentation for security
- Requests from authorized agents require proper authorization
Response Timeframes:
- Most requests completed within 30 days
- Complex requests may take up to 60 days
- We'll notify you if additional time is needed
- No fees for reasonable requests
6.5 Limitations and Exceptions
We may be unable to fulfill certain requests when:
- Required to retain data by law or regulation
- Data is necessary for legal claims or defenses
- Information is needed for security or fraud prevention
- Deleting data would harm the rights of other users
- Request is manifestly unfounded or excessive
6.6 Contact Information for Privacy Matters
Data Protection Officer:
Email: privacy@$tabbicus.com
Response time: Within 5 business days
Regional Privacy Representatives:
- EU Representative: eu-privacy@tabbicus.com
- California Privacy Rights: ccpa@tabbicus.com
- Vietnam Data Protection: vn-privacy@tabbicus.com
Supervisory Authorities:
EU users have the right to lodge complaints with their local data protection authority. California users can contact the California Attorney General's office.
8. DATA SECURITY
8.1 Security Measures
Technical Safeguards:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication systems
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and monitoring
Organizational Measures:
- Employee training on data protection
- Limited access on need-to-know basis
- Regular security audits
- Incident response procedures
8.2 Your Security Responsibilities
- Use strong, unique passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Keep your device and apps updated
- Report suspicious activities promptly
8.3 Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach:
- We will investigate and contain the incident
- Affected users will be notified within 72 hours
- Relevant authorities will be informed as required
- We will provide support and guidance to affected users
9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
9.1 Data Processing Locations
- Primary servers located in secure data centers
- Backup and disaster recovery in multiple regions
- Third-party services may process data internationally
- All transfers comply with applicable privacy laws
9.2 Safeguards for International Transfers
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions where applicable
- Binding Corporate Rules for group companies
- Appropriate technical and organizational measures
10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Important Notice
We take children's privacy seriously and comply with applicable laws regarding minors.
10.1 Age Requirements
- Users must be at least 13 years old
- Users between 13-15 in the EU must have parental consent
- We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13
10.2 Parental Rights
Parents or guardians may:
- Request access to their child's information
- Request deletion of their child's account
- Contact us about their child's privacy
10.3 If We Learn of Underage Users
If we discover that a user under 13 has provided personal information:
- We will delete the account and associated data
- We will not use or disclose the information
- We will take steps to prevent future underage registrations
11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
11.1 How We Notify You
- Email notification to your registered address
- In-app notifications and announcements
- Updates posted on our website
- Prominent notice in the Service
11.2 Your Options
- Review changes before they take effect
- Contact us with questions or concerns
- Discontinue use if you disagree with changes
- Download your data before deletion
12. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
12.1 Third-Party Integrations
- Social media login options
- External content embedding
- Analytics and measurement tools
- Customer support platforms
12.2 Your Responsibility
- Review third-party privacy policies
- Understand data sharing implications
- Manage permissions and settings
- Contact third parties directly for their services
13. COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
13.1 Regulatory Compliance
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
- Vietnam Personal Data Protection Laws
- Other applicable regional privacy laws
13.2 Security Standards
- Industry-standard encryption protocols
- Regular security audits and assessments
- Compliance with data protection frameworks
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact our support team through the Service or review our Terms of Service for additional information.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on August 21, 2025. Please review this policy regularly for any updates.