Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, profile picture, and password when you register
• Profile Information: Bio, handle, social links, and preferences you choose to share
• Content: Posts, comments, blog articles, marketplace listings, and messages you create
• Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely by third-party payment providers)
• Communication Data: When you contact us, we may collect your email address and the content of your message

We also automatically collect certain information when you use our services:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and IP address
• Log Data: Access times, referring URLs, and any errors encountered

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Communicate with you about products, services, and events
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities
• Personalize and improve your experience
• Process AI service requests and improve our AI models

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our services (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Protection of Rights: To enforce our Terms of Service and protect our rights
• With Your Consent: When you have given us permission to share

Public content you share on our community features (posts, comments, marketplace listings) may be visible to other users.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments and penetration testing
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Employee training on data protection

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time. We may retain certain information for longer periods as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as:

• Legal compliance and regulatory requirements
• Fraud prevention and security purposes
• Resolution of disputes
• Enforcement of our agreements

6. Your Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@tanoshii-computing.com. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Authenticate your account and maintain sessions
• Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
• Personalize content and recommendations

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

8. Third-Party Services

Our services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase: Database and authentication services
• Auth0: Identity and access management
• Google: OAuth authentication and analytics
• GitHub: OAuth authentication
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately at privacy@tanoshii-computing.com.

10. Changes to This Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending an email notification to registered users
• Displaying a notice on our website

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

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Tanoshii Computing
Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@tanoshii-computing.com
Address: AI Innovation District