Last updated: June 14, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why, how we use it, with whom we share it, and your rights regarding your data.

2. Who We Are

Controller: Kubo Social (“we”, “our”)
Contact: support@kubo.chat

3. What Data We Collect

• Account Information: Name, email, username.

• Usage Data: Posts, interactions, searches.

• Device & Log Data: IP address, browser, operating system, cookies.

• Optional Profile Data: Profile photo, bio, location.

4. How We Collect Data

• Directly from you when registering, uploading content, messaging.

• Automatically via cookies and tracking tools.

• Through third-party integrations (e.g. social logins).

5. Why We Collect It & Legal Basis

• Performance & functionality (e.g. content delivery, session management): Legitimate interest.

• Personalization & analytics: Legitimate interest.

• Communication (e.g. support emails/newsletters): By consent or legitimate interest.Legal compliance (e.g. requests, law enforcement): Legal obligation.

Include this clarity to meet FTC fair information practices (notice, choice, security) and new web privacy norms urging concise, prominent notice .

6. Cookies & Tracking

• We use cookies to personalize your experience, analyze traffic, and serve ads.

• You may manage cookie preferences anytime via settings.

• We don’t use permanent or hidden (“super”) cookies .

7. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

• Service providers (hosting, analytics).

• Legal authorities when required.

• Business successors (e.g., if the company merges or is sold).

We do not sell your personal data.

8. Third‑Party Links & Integrations

Our platform may include links or integrations (e.g., embed social feeds). These have separate privacy rules we don't control—check them before connecting.

9. Data Retention & Deletion

• Account data: Retained while your account is active.

• Inactive accounts: Deleted after 2 years of no login.

• Analytics & logs: Retained for up to 5 years for audit and legal compliance.

• All data is securely erased or anonymized thereafter.

10. Security

We use industry-standard security (encryption in transit and at rest) and limit internal access. Our practices follow GDPR principles of data protection by design.

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 13. Parents who believe we have their child’s data may contact us to delete it.

12. Your Rights

Depending on your region, you may:

• Access, correct, delete your data.

• Restrict or object to processing.

• Obtain a portable copy.

• Withdraw consent (without affecting past processing).

• Submit a data protection complaint.

California residents also have CCPA rights:

• Right to know, opt out of “sale” (we have none), and non-discrimination.

13. Changes to This Policy

We will post updates here with a new “Last updated” date. Significant changes (e.g., how we use data) will be communicated by email or in-app notice. Continued use = acceptance of changes.

14. Contact Us

Questions or requests? Reach out: support@kubo.chat.