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Privacy Policy Last Updated: January 17, 2025
- Introduction
Welcome to Y (“Platform”). Your privacy is fundamental to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Y Inc. (“Y”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you use our mobile applications, websites, and any related services (collectively, the “Services”).
This policy applies to all users aged 13 and over. For users under 13, please refer to our Children’s Privacy Policy. By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
- Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, username, password, and profile information
- Content: Videos, images, audio, comments, messages, livestreams, and any other content you create, upload, or share
- Communications: Messages, comments, feedback, and support requests
- Financial Information: Payment details when making purchases (processed securely through authorized payment providers)
- Device Permissions: Camera, microphone, contacts, and storage access (with your explicit consent)
- Survey Responses: Optional feedback and survey responses
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, IP address, mobile network information
- Usage Data: Interaction with content, viewing history, search history, feature usage patterns
- Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (precise location only with explicit consent)
- Technical Data: Performance metrics, error logs, app stability information
- Sensor Data: Motion sensors and device orientation (for video effects and features)
- Network Information: Mobile carrier, connection type, network performance
- Cookie Data: Session cookies, persistent cookies, and similar tracking technologies
2.3 Information From Third Parties
- Social Media: If you connect your account to other social platforms
- Analytics Partners: Usage and interaction data from authorized partners
- Advertisers: Information about your interactions with advertisements
- Security Services: Fraud detection and prevention information
- How We Use Your Information
3.1 Core Services
- Providing and maintaining the Platform
- Processing and delivering your content
- Enabling social features and interactions
- Managing your account and preferences
- Processing payments and transactions
- Providing customer support
3.2 Platform Improvement
- Developing new features and services
- Analyzing platform performance
- Debugging and fixing technical issues
- Conducting research and analysis
- Improving content recommendations
- Enhancing user experience
3.3 Security and Safety
- Protecting user accounts and data
- Detecting and preventing fraud
- Enforcing our Terms of Service
- Ensuring platform safety
- Verifying user identity
- Moderating content
3.4 Communications
- Sending service updates and notifications
- Providing support responses
- Sending security alerts
- Marketing communications (with consent)
- Community announcements
- Legal notices
- Data Protection and Security
4.1 Security Measures
- End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
- Regular security audits and testing
- Multi-factor authentication options
- Advanced fraud detection systems
- Secure data storage and transmission
- Regular security updates
4.2 Data Storage and Processing
- Industry-standard encryption
- Secure cloud infrastructure
- Regular backup procedures
- Access control and monitoring
- Data loss prevention systems
- Compliance with security standards
- Data Sharing and Disclosure
5.1 When We Share Your Information We share information only in these limited circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To provide requested services
- With service providers and partners
- For legal compliance
- To protect rights and safety
- During corporate transactions
5.2 Service Providers We work with trusted service providers who help us:
- Process payments
- Analyze platform data
- Deliver content
- Provide customer support
- Prevent fraud
- Host infrastructure
5.3 Legal Requirements We may share information if required:
- By applicable law
- For legal proceedings
- To protect user rights
- To enforce our policies
- To prevent harm
- To respond to emergencies
- Your Privacy Rights
6.1 Access and Control You can:
- Access your personal information
- Request data correction
- Delete your account
- Export your data
- Modify privacy settings
- Control notifications
6.2 Privacy Settings Control:
- Profile visibility
- Content sharing options
- Message permissions
- Location sharing
- Contact syncing
- Advertisement preferences
- Children’s Privacy
- We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13
- Special protections for users 13-17
- Parental controls available
- Strict content moderation
- Age-appropriate features
- Educational resources for parents
- International Data Transfers
- Cross-border data protection measures
- International compliance standards
- Data transfer safeguards
- Regional data storage options
- Privacy shield certifications
- International privacy frameworks
- Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary:
- Account information: Until account deletion
- Content: As specified in Terms of Service
- Usage data: For security and analysis
- Messages: Per user preferences
- Payment information: As required by law
- Backup data: Limited retention period
- Changes to Privacy Policy
- Regular policy reviews
- User notifications of changes
- 30-day notice for material changes
- Previous version archives
- User consent requirements
- Continuous improvement process
- Contact Information
For privacy-related questions: Email: privacy@theyapp.ai Privacy Officer: privacy-officer@theyapp.ai Support: support@theyapp.ai
- Additional Rights and Information
12.1 California Privacy Rights California residents have specific rights under the CCPA/CPRA:
- Right to know
- Right to delete
- Right to correct
- Right to opt-out
- Right to non-discrimination
- Right to limit sensitive data use
12.2 European Privacy Rights EU/EEA residents have rights under GDPR:
- Right to access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
- Cookie Policy
13.1 Types of Cookies
- Essential cookies
- Functional cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Advertising cookies
- Social media cookies
13.2 Cookie Management
- Browser settings
- Cookie preferences center
- Opt-out options
- Third-party controls
- Cookie lifecycle
- Cookie updates
- Accountability and Compliance
14.1 Privacy Program
- Regular audits
- Employee training
- Incident response plans
- Privacy impact assessments
- Vendor management
- Compliance monitoring
14.2 Reporting Security Concerns
- Vulnerability disclosure program
- Security contact information
- Bug bounty program
- Incident reporting process
- User notifications
- Remediation procedures
This Privacy Policy was last updated on January 17, 2025. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.