Privacy Policy for Using the KOLPlanet Service

1. Introduction

KOLPlanet is a platform designed to connect influencers with relevant advertising and collaboration opportunities. Protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your data is our top priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information, particularly when signing in via Google OAuth.

KOLPlanet only uses Google user data to provide and improve core app functionalities. We do not sell, transfer, or share user data for purposes unrelated to the core functions of our platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Google Account Information

  • What We Collect: When you sign in to KOLPlanet using your Google account, we collect your email address and public profile information.
  • How We Use It: This data is strictly used to create your account, authenticate your identity, and securely link your Google account to our platform.

2.2 YouTube Account Data

  • What We Collect: With your explicit permission, we access a limited set of YouTube channel data, including channel name, subscriber count, video titles, views, and engagement metrics.
  • How We Use It: This information helps us recommend relevant advertising and collaboration opportunities, ensuring influencers connect with the most suitable brands.

2.3 Other Social Media Data (Optional)

  • What We Collect: You may choose to connect other social media accounts (e.g., Facebook or Instagram).
  • How We Use It: We only collect the data you opt to share, allowing us to enhance personalization and improve service offerings.

2.4 Additional Data

  • What We Collect: We may collect technical data such as device information, IP addresses, and app usage statistics.
  • How We Use It: This data is used solely to improve app functionality, enhance security, and optimize user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Account Creation & Authentication: Google account information is used exclusively for secure user authentication and account creation.
  • Influencer-Brand Matching: We leverage YouTube and other social media behavioral data to match influencers with relevant advertising or collaboration opportunities.
  • Service Optimization: Collected data helps us refine app performance, improve user engagement, and enhance platform functionality.
  • Communication: We may send notifications regarding new collaboration opportunities or customer support updates.

Google user data is NEVER used for advertising, profiling, or any purpose outside of core app functionalities.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

  • We Share Data with Only Trusted, Contractually Bound 3rd Party Providers (e.g., cloud storage, security, analytics)
  • No service providers may use nor resell customer data for marketing purposes.

We may disclose personal data if required by law or legal authorities, but only under legally binding court orders.

4.3 Business Transfers

If KOLPlanet undergoes a merger, acquisition, or business restructuring, user data may be transferred, but privacy protections will remain in place.

5. Data Security

We employ advanced security measures to safeguard your information:

  • Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption ensures secure data transmission.
  • Access Control: User data access is strictly restricted to authorized personnel only.
  • Regular Security Audits: Routine assessments are conducted to ensure compliance with Google’s security standards, GDPR, and other relevant regulations.

6. Data Retention

We store user data as long necessary for service delivery, or until the user deletes the information.

6.1 User Data Retention:

  • Storage until deletion of user account
  • Google OAuth data are removed at the time user unlinks Google account
  • Backups of user data (definitely permanently deleted within 60 days)

6.2 Data Deletion Requests:

  • Users delete by using in-app settings or email service@kolplanet.com
  • Immediately on delete, all linked data within our servers is also immediately deleted.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Under GDPR and other applicable regulations, you have the following rights:

  • Access & Control: Review, modify, or delete your data.
  • Data Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Restriction of Processing: Request limitations on how your data is processed.
  • Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Revocation of Consent: Request limitations on how we process data.
  • Withdraw consent: Users can unlink Google OAuth access anytime.
  • Objection to Processing: Under certain circumstances, you may object to data processing.

8. Children’s Privacy

KOLPlanet does not target or collect data from users under the age of 13. If we discover such data, it will be promptly deleted.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be communicated via email or in-app notifications.

10. Contact Us

For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

11. Additional Information

  • We never drop out Google user data in areas outside of the core functionalities.
  • We do not sell, buy or give away any user data among third-party advertisers.
  • We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL/TLS encryption.
  • We use cookies to improve user experience, and users can manage preferences via browser settings.