PRIVACY POLICY
FlirtFlex Privacy Policy
Introduction
Thank you for choosing FlirtFlex ("we", "our", "us"). We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users and models. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit FlirtFlex.com.
Article 1: Data Collection and Processing
1.1 Purpose of Collection: FlirtFlex ("the Platform") undertakes the collection and processing of specific data for purposes that include, but are not limited to, account creation, service delivery, user experience enhancement, and platform security.
1.2 Types of Data: a. Personal Data: This pertains to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (“Data Subject”). Examples of personal data include, but are not limited to: - Identifiers: Such as name, postal address, online identifier, or email address. - Demographics: Information like date of birth or age. b. Interaction Data: This encompasses data generated through the Data Subject's interactions and communications on the Platform. Such data includes, but is not limited to, the content, timestamps, and metadata of video calls, text messages, and other communicative actions. c. Non-Personal Data: This refers to data that cannot, on its own, permit direct association with any specific individual. It may include, but is not limited to, aggregated usage statistics, platform access times, and device-related information.
1.3 Consent and Compliance: The collection and processing of Personal Data are carried out with the full consent of the Data Subject, in accordance with relevant data protection regulations and standards applicable in the jurisdiction of operation. Consent will be obtained transparently, and Data Subjects reserve the right to withdraw this consent at any time.
1.4 Automated Collection: Some data may be collected automatically when Data Subjects use the Platform. This could include IP addresses, browser type, device information, or other technical data for analytics and optimization purposes.
1.5 Third-Party Data: The Platform may, at times, receive personal data about individuals from third parties. This could be due to partnerships or integrations, and in such cases, the Platform ensures that these third parties have the legal basis to disclose said data.
Article 2: Data Usage and Purpose of Processing
2.1 Purpose Specification: FlirtFlex ("the Platform") collects and processes user data with clear and legitimate purposes, ensuring that data is not processed in a manner that is incompatible with those purposes.
2.2 Service Delivery: a. Provision and Maintenance: Data is essential for creating and maintaining user accounts, enabling access to platform features, and delivering our full range of services. b. Customization: Based on the collected data, the Platform may tailor services or features to fit individual user preferences and requirements.
2.3 User Experience Enhancement: a. Optimization: Data aids in the continuous improvement of platform functionalities, ensuring seamless and efficient user interactions. b. Feedback: User data, including feedback and service usage patterns, helps refine and enhance the overall user experience.
2.4 Platform Security: a. Protection: Data is critical for monitoring platform activity, detecting and preventing unauthorized access, fraud, or other malicious activities. b. Integrity: The Platform employs user data to maintain the integrity of content and interactions, ensuring they align with our community standards and terms of service.
2.5 Communication: a. User Outreach: The Platform may use the provided contact data to communicate essential information about user accounts, such as notifications, security alerts, and account management procedures. b. Service Updates: Periodically, the Platform may communicate information about service updates, promotions, or other relevant offerings. c. Queries and Support: User data facilitates timely and effective responses to inquiries, complaints, or requests initiated by users.
2.6 Consent Basis: The processing of user data for the above purposes is based on the explicit consent provided by the user. The Platform ensures that this consent is freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous. Users reserve the right to withdraw this consent at any time, without detriment.
Article 3: Data Storage and Retention
3.1 Data Retention Policy: FlirtFlex ("the Platform") has established specific retention periods for the various types of data it processes, ensuring that personal data is not kept longer than necessary in relation to the purposes for which it was collected.
3.2 Storage of Specific Data: a. Video Calls and Messages: Video call recordings and text messages exchanged on the Platform are retained in our secure cloud storage infrastructure for a duration of one week from the date of the interaction. b. Deletion Post-Retention: Upon reaching the end of the aforementioned retention period, the Platform will ensure the secure and irreversible deletion of the data from all storage mediums, making it unrecoverable.
3.3 Exceptions: a. Legal Obligations: Notwithstanding the general retention policy, certain data may be retained for extended periods when mandated by legal, regulatory, or statutory obligations. b. Legitimate Operational Purposes: In some instances, the Platform may retain specific data for periods longer than the standard retention period if it is deemed essential for legitimate business, technical, or security reasons.
3.4 Data Security: a. Secure Infrastructure: The Platform uses state-of-the-art security mechanisms, including encryption, firewalls, and other protective measures, to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of stored data. b. Access Control: Access to stored data is restricted to authorized personnel only, who are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and undergo regular security training.
3.5 Review of Retention Policies: The Platform will periodically review and update its data retention policies and practices to align with evolving legal, technical, and business requirements.
Article 4: Data Disclosure and Transfer
4.1 Commitment to Privacy: FlirtFlex("the Platform") prioritizes the privacy of its users ("Users") and is committed to ensuring that personal data is not disclosed to unauthorized entities.
4.2 Restrictions on Personal Data: a. No Sale: The Platform does not engage in the sale of Users' personal data to third parties. b. No Trade or Unauthorized Transfer: Personal data of Users is not traded, shared, or transferred to third-party entities without the explicit and informed consent of the respective User.
4.3 Non-Personal Data: a. Definition: Non-personal data refers to data that cannot be directly linked to a specific individual, such as aggregated usage statistics, platform access times, and general demographic information. b. Disclosure for Business Purposes: Non-personal data may be shared with third-party entities for legitimate business objectives, including but not limited to marketing, advertising, research, and analytical purposes.
4.4 Exceptions: a. Legal Requirements: The Platform may disclose personal data if such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, such as responding to a subpoena or court order. b. Protection of Rights: Disclosure may also occur if deemed necessary to protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of the Platform, its Users, or the public. c. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets, or similar business transaction, personal data may be transferred as part of the business assets.
4.5 Third-Party Processors: The Platform may engage third-party processors or service providers to process data on its behalf. In such cases, these entities are bound by contractual obligations to process personal data in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.
4.6 User Consent: Any other disclosure of personal data not covered in this policy will occur only with the explicit and informed consent of the affected User. Users retain the right to withdraw such consent at any time.
Article 5: Third-party Links and External Sites
5.1 Presence of External Links: FlirtFlex ("the Platform") may feature or introduce links to external websites, products, or services ("Third-party Sites") for the convenience and reference of its users ("Users").
5.2 Separate Policies: Users should be aware that Third-party Sites operate under their own set of terms and privacy policies, which might differ from those governing the Platform. It's recommended that Users read and understand the privacy policies and terms of any Third-party Sites they visit.
5.3 No Endorsement: The inclusion of links to Third-party Sites does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation of the content, products, or services found therein by the Platform.
5.4 No Affiliation: Unless explicitly specified, the Platform is not affiliated with the operators of any Third-party Sites, and there's no business or professional relationship between them.
5.5 Limitation of Liability: a. Content: The Platform does not review, monitor, or check the content of Third-party Sites and, therefore, is not responsible for the accuracy, compliance, legality, or any other aspect of these external sites. b. Activities: The Platform holds no responsibility or liability for the actions, products, services, or content of Third-party Sites or their associated entities. c. Data Security: Users should exercise caution when entering personal or sensitive data on Third-party Sites, as the Platform cannot guarantee the security or privacy practices of such sites.
5.6 User Discretion: Users are encouraged to exercise discretion and judgment when accessing Third-party Sites, bearing in mind the potential risks and differences in privacy practices.
Article 6: Data Protection and Security Measures
6.1 Commitment to Security: FlirtFlex("the Platform") is steadfastly committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of the data entrusted to it by its users ("Users"). The Platform employs a holistic approach to data protection that encompasses the entire data lifecycle, from collection to disposal.
6.2 Data Collection Practices: a. Limitation Principle: The Platform collects only data that is necessary and relevant for its declared purposes, avoiding excessive data collection. b. Transparency: At all points where personal data is collected, Users are informed about the purpose of collection and any other relevant details.
6.3 Storage Measures: a. Secure Infrastructure: The Platform utilizes state-of-the-art infrastructure, both physical and digital, to ensure the secure storage of personal data. b. Encryption: Sensitive data, particularly personal information, is stored in an encrypted format to shield it from unauthorized access or breaches.
6.4 Processing Protocols: a. Restricted Access: Only authorized personnel, bound by strict confidentiality obligations, are permitted to process personal data. b. Auditing: Regular audits and assessments are carried out to ensure that data processing activities adhere to the Platform's established protocols and applicable laws.
6.5 Protection Measures: a. Defensive Mechanisms: The Platform employs a range of defensive mechanisms, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and malware scanners, to thwart potential security threats. b. Monitoring: Continuous monitoring is in place to detect and respond to any unusual or unauthorized activities swiftly.
6.6 Data Breach Response: a. Detection and Reporting: In the unlikely event of a data breach, the Platform has procedures in place to promptly detect, report, and investigate such incidents. b. User Notification: Affected Users will be informed of any breach that poses a risk to their rights and freedoms, in accordance with applicable data protection laws. c. Remediation: The Platform will take all necessary measures to mitigate the impact of a breach and prevent its recurrence.
6.7 Continuous Improvement: a. Updates and Patches: The Platform ensures that all its systems, applications, and software are regularly updated with the latest security patches. b. Review: Data protection strategies and measures are periodically reviewed and updated to tackle emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
Article 7: User Rights Regarding Personal Data
7.1 Right to Access: a. General Principle: Users of FlirtFlex ("the Platform") have the right to obtain confirmation regarding whether or not their personal data is being processed by the Platform. b. Data Access: Upon request, the Platform will provide Users with a copy of their personal data held in its records, subject to any applicable legal restrictions or exceptions.
7.2 Right to Rectification: a. Correction: Users have the right to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data concerning them without undue delay. b. Updates: The Platform acknowledges the importance of accurate data and will endeavor to facilitate the updating or correction process for its Users.
7.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): a. General Principle: Users have the right to request the erasure of their personal data, subject to certain conditions. b. Conditions: Erasure requests can be honored when the personal data is no longer necessary for the purposes it was collected, the User withdraws consent, or the data has been unlawfully processed, among other applicable reasons.
7.4 Right to Object: a. General Objection: Users have the right to object, on grounds relating to their particular situation, to the processing of their personal data, unless the Platform demonstrates compelling legitimate grounds for the processing. b. Direct Marketing: Users have an absolute right to object to their personal data being used for direct marketing purposes.
7.5 Right to Restriction of Processing: a. General Principle: Users have the right to request a restriction on the processing of their personal data in specific circumstances, such as when the accuracy of the data is contested, or the processing is unlawful but the User opposes erasure. b. Temporary Restriction: When processing is restricted, the Platform can still store the User's data but cannot use it further without the User's consent, unless it's for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims or the protection of another person's rights.
7.6 Exercise of Rights: a. Procedure: Users wishing to exercise any of the aforementioned rights can do so by reaching out to the Platform's designated data protection contact. b. Timely Response: The Platform commits to respond to valid requests without undue delay and, in any case, within the legally mandated time frame specific to the jurisdiction of operation. c. No Fees: The Platform will generally process these requests free of charge unless they are repetitive or excessive, in which case a reasonable fee may be charged.
Article 8: Modifications to the Privacy Policy
8.1 Right to Modify: FlirtFlex("the Platform") reserves the unambiguous right to amend, modify, or update this Privacy Policy at its sole discretion to reflect changes in its data processing practices, the features of its services, or to comply with applicable law.
8.2 Notification of Changes: a. Active Communication: In the event of significant alterations to this Privacy Policy that materially affect the nature of data processing or the rights of users ("Users"), the Platform will actively communicate these changes to Users through appropriate channels, which might include email notifications, pop-up notices, or other prominent announcements on the Platform. b. Periodic Review: Users are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about any modifications. Continued use of the Platform following the implementation of changes indicates acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
8.3 Effective Date: Each version of this Privacy Policy will include an "effective date" at its conclusion, indicating when the latest modifications were made. Any changes to the Privacy Policy will take effect from this stated date.
8.4 Archiving and Access: Previous versions of the Privacy Policy will be archived and made accessible to Users upon request to ensure transparency regarding any shifts in data processing policies over time.
Article 9: Contact and Queries
9.1 Purpose of Contact: Should you have any questions, concerns, or require further clarification regarding this Privacy Policy, FlirtFlex ("the Platform") welcomes and encourages users ("Users") to reach out to us.
9.2 Communication Channels: a. Mailing Address:
FlirtFlex.com
8911 NORTH CAPITAL OF TEXAS HIGHWAY,
SUITE 4200 #1217
AUSTIN, TX 78759
UNITED STATES
b. Electronic Mail: For a prompt response, Users can email their queries or concerns to: support@flirtflex.com.
9.3 Commitment to Responsiveness: The Platform values the feedback and inquiries of its Users and is committed to addressing them in a timely and effective manner.
9.4 Effective Date of Privacy Policy: This Privacy Policy is effective as of 10/17/23. The Platform urges Users to take note of this date, as any interactions post this date indicate the User's agreement to the terms stipulated in the policy.