1. Introduction
Transcend Technologies, Inc., doing business as iSocialize ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the iSocialize mobile application ("App") and website ("Service"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described herein.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following categories: Personal Information You Provide: Name, email address, username, date of birth, profile photo, bio, and any other information you voluntarily provide during registration or use of the Service. Location Data: With your permission, we collect precise geolocation data from your device to enable location-based features such as nearby user discovery and map functionality. You can disable location sharing at any time through your device settings or in-app privacy controls. Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the Service, including pages viewed, features used, time spent, crash reports, and device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers). Communications: Messages, ice breakers, comments, and other communications you send through the Service. Transaction Data: If you make purchases or use marketplace features, we collect information related to those transactions. Cookies & Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect usage data and improve the Service.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to: • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service • Create and manage your account • Enable location-based features based on your privacy settings • Process transactions and send related information • Send notifications, updates, and administrative messages • Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests • Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the Service • Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues • Comply with legal obligations • Enforce our Terms of Service
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances: With Other Users: Your profile information, posts, and location (based on your privacy settings) are visible to other users of the Service. Service Providers: We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, payment processing, and email delivery. Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request. Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties when you give us explicit consent. We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
5. Trust & Safety Review of Communications
To keep the Service safe, authorized members of our trust & safety team may review communications sent through the Service — including direct messages, ice breakers, comments, and reported content — when we have a legitimate need to do so. Examples include: investigating user reports, responding to threats or harassment, detecting illegal content (such as child sexual abuse material), preventing spam, fraud, or impersonation, enforcing our Terms of Service, and complying with valid legal requests. This review is limited to authorized personnel, every access is recorded in an internal audit log, and access is restricted to specific accounts and conversations relevant to the investigation. We do not browse user messages for any purpose other than safety, security, and legal compliance, and we never use the contents of private messages for advertising. Direct messages on the Service are not end-to-end encrypted.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes (such as resolving disputes or enforcing our agreements).
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights: • Access: Request a copy of your personal data • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data • Portability: Request your data in a portable format • Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications • Location: Disable location sharing at any time • Notification Preferences: Manage email and push notification preferences in Settings To exercise these rights, contact us at info@isocialize.me or use the in-app settings.
9. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions.
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at info@isocialize.me.
12. Push Notifications
With your consent, we may send push notifications to your device. You can manage or disable push notifications through your device settings or in-app notification preferences at any time.
13. Third-Party Links & Services
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy in the App and updating the effective date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: Transcend Technologies, Inc. Doing business as iSocialize 300 Delaware Ave, Suite 210 #426, Wilmington, DE 19801 Phone: 1-917-438-7005 Email: info@isocialize.me Website: https://gather.isocialize.me