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Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 18, 2025

At 6ic.com, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you use our social networking platform. By using 6ic.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account and use 6ic.com, you may provide us with:

  • Account information (email address, username, password)
  • Profile information (name, bio, profile picture, location)
  • Content you create (posts, comments, messages, photos, videos)
  • Communication preferences and settings
  • Information in support requests or feedback

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you use our platform, we automatically collect:

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
  • Log data (access times, error logs, performance metrics)
  • Location data (if you enable location services)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

1.3 Information From Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Social media platforms (if you connect your accounts)
  • Other users who interact with you on the platform
  • Public databases and directories

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Providing Our Services

We use your information to:

  • Create and maintain your account
  • Enable you to connect and communicate with other users
  • Display your content and facilitate interactions
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Process transactions and marketplace activities

2.2 Improving Our Platform

We analyze usage data to:

  • Enhance user experience and platform functionality
  • Develop new features and services
  • Identify and fix technical issues
  • Conduct research and analytics

2.3 Safety and Security

We use information to:

  • Protect against fraud, abuse, and harmful activities
  • Enforce our Terms of Use and community guidelines
  • Detect and prevent security threats
  • Verify user identity and account authenticity

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Public Information

Information you choose to make public (such as your profile, posts, and comments) is visible to other users according to your privacy settings. Please be thoughtful about what you share publicly.

3.2 With Other Users

We share your information with other users as necessary to provide our services, such as when you send messages, participate in groups, or interact with their content.

3.3 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, such as hosting providers, analytics services, and customer support tools. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

3.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of our users.

4. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

4.1 Account Settings

You can control your privacy through:

  • Profile visibility settings
  • Post and story privacy controls
  • Communication preferences
  • Data sharing permissions

4.2 Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correct: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Port: Export your data in a portable format
  • Restrict: Limit how we process your information
  • Object: Opt-out of certain types of processing

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and authentication systems
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Incident response and breach notification procedures

5.2 Your Role in Security

You can help protect your account by using a strong password, enabling two-factor authentication, keeping your login credentials confidential, and reporting suspicious activity immediately.

6. Data Retention

6.1 Retention Periods

We retain your information for different periods depending on the type:

  • Account data: Until you delete your account
  • Content: Until you delete it or close your account
  • Messages: According to your deletion settings
  • Log data: Typically 90 days for performance logs
  • Legal holds: As required by law or legal proceedings

6.2 Account Deletion

When you delete your account, we remove your personal information and content. Some information may be retained for legal, safety, or operational purposes as permitted by law.

7. International Data Transfers

6ic.com operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure adequate protection for international transfers through appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions.

8. Children's Privacy

6ic.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.

For users aged 13-17, we provide additional privacy protections and require parental consent where legally required.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

If you connect third-party accounts to 6ic.com, their privacy policies will govern how they handle your information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes through the platform or other communication methods.

Your continued use of 6ic.com after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact us through:

  • • Privacy settings in your account
  • • Our Help Center
  • • The contact form in your account settings
  • • Our official support channels

We will respond to privacy requests within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.

12. Regional Privacy Rights

12.1 European Union (GDPR)

If you are in the EU, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.

12.2 California (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information.

12.3 Other Jurisdictions

We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate and provide additional rights as required by local regulations.

Your privacy and trust are fundamental to 6ic.com

We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our practices.