Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

SubSearch ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

By using SubSearch, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account (username, email, password)
• Complete your profile (name, location, social media links)
• Upload photos or content
• Contact us or provide feedback
• Subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use SubSearch, we automatically collect:

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, search queries)
• Location data (if you enable location services)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party platforms when you link your social media accounts or when other users reference you.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Create and manage your account
• Process transactions and send transaction notifications
• Personalize your experience and show relevant content
• Communicate with you about updates, promotions, and offers
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues
• Comply with legal obligations
• Enforce our Terms of Service

4. Sharing Your Information

4.1 Public Information

If you create a Creator account, your profile information (username, photos, location, social media links) will be publicly visible to all SubSearch users and visitors.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Hosting and infrastructure providers
• Payment processors
• Analytics services
• Email delivery services
• Customer support tools

4.3 Legal Requirements

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

4.4 Business Transfers

If SubSearch is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your consent.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information. You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Service.

For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage

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

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

8.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to access and receive a copy of your personal information.

8.2 Correction

You have the right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

8.3 Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

8.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in emails or adjusting your account settings.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@subsearch.co.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

Note: SubSearch does not sell your personal information to third parties.

10. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restriction of processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

11. Children's Privacy

SubSearch is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will delete that information promptly.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those of your country. By using SubSearch, you consent to such transfers.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be notified via email or prominent notice on our Service.

15. Contact Us

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