Privacy Policy for the Chipped Social app

Effective Date: July 8th, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Chipped Social! We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app. By using Chipped Social, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

  • Email Login: When you log in through email, we collect your email address.
  • Social Media Login: When you log in through social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter), we collect your social media account information.
  • Privy Login: When you log in through Privy, a third-party platform, we collect your Privy account information.

2. Basic Data

We only store basic data necessary to provide our services, including:

  • Username: Chosen by you.
  • Profile Picture: If you choose to upload one.
  • Connections: Information about individuals you connect with on Chipped Social.

Use of Your Information

1. Providing Services

We use your information to:

  • Facilitate connections with individuals you meet in real life.
  • Ensure a smooth and personalized experience within the app.

2. Improving Our Services

We may use aggregated and anonymized data to:

  • Analyze usage patterns.
  • Improve app functionality and features.

Data Storage and Security

1. Blockchain Storage

All user data is securely stored on the blockchain. This ensures data integrity and security, preventing unauthorized access and tampering.

2. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption and regular security audits.

Sharing Your Information

1. Third-Party Services

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except as necessary to provide our services (e.g., logging in through social media or Privy).

2. Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

Your Rights

1. Access and Update

You have the right to access and update your personal information within the app.

2. Data Deletion

You can request the deletion of your account and personal data at any time by contacting us at hi@chippedsocial.com.

3. Withdrawal of Consent

If you withdraw your consent to the processing of your data, we may be unable to provide you with certain services.

Children's Privacy

Chipped Social is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will delete such information from our records.

Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Chipped Social. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites or services. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These rights include:

  • Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
  • Right to Delete: You can request the deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You can request that we do not sell your personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

European Union Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These rights include:

  • Right to Access: You can request access to your personal data and obtain a copy of it.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data.
  • Right to Restriction: You can request the restriction of processing your personal data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
  • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

Brazilian Privacy Rights (LGPD)

If you are a resident of Brazil, you have certain rights under the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados, LGPD). These rights include:

  • Right to Confirm: You can request confirmation of the existence of the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Access: You can request access to your personal data and obtain a copy of it.
  • Right to Correction: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Anonymization, Blocking, or Deletion: You can request anonymization, blocking, or deletion of unnecessary or excessive personal data or data processed in non-compliance with the LGPD.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
  • Right to Information: You can request information about public and private entities with which we have shared your data.
  • Right to Revoke Consent: You can revoke your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the effective date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: hi@chippedsocial.com
Address: Chipped Social LLC, 400 Center Pointe Suite 300 Office #39, Culver City , CA 90239

Thank you for using Chipped Social. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and providing a secure and enjoyable experience.