Privacy Policy for TrendSet

Effective Date: 3/11/2025

TrendSet ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information when you use our platform as a brand, advertiser, or creator. By accessing or using TrendSet, you agree to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: We collect information that can identify you when you create an account, interact with our platform, or sign up for services. This includes:

• Name
• Email address
• Payment information (for advertisers)
• Contact details

Usage Data: We automatically collect data related to your usage of TrendSet, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages viewed
• Time spent on the platform
• Interactions with ads and content

User-Generated Content: As a creator or advertiser, you may upload content such as videos, images, and posts. This content may be viewed by brands or other users on the platform. We do not retain ownership of this content but will store it to facilitate your use of TrendSet.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create, manage, and secure your account.
• Platform Functionality: To process your requests, deliver content, and provide you with a personalized experience.
• Advertising and Marketing: To allow brands to promote products, offer targeted ads, and send you relevant promotional communications based on your activity and preferences.
• Improvement and Analytics: To monitor and analyze usage trends and improve the performance and security of our platform.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who assist us with platform operations, payment processing, hosting, and marketing.
• Advertisers and Brands: Advertisers using TrendSet will have access to certain performance data and metrics, including the number of views, engagements, and interaction data related to their ads and campaigns. They will NOT have access to your personal information unless you have explicitly agreed to share it.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, or protect the rights and safety of TrendSet, its users, or others.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no data transmission method or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure, so we cannot ensure absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights concerning your personal data, including:

• Access: You can request a copy of the data we have about you.
• Correction: You may update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including the provision of services, compliance with legal obligations, and resolution of disputes. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Third-Party Links

TrendSet may contain links to third-party websites or services not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.

9. Compliance with Laws

By using TrendSet, you agree to comply with all applicable laws, including data protection and privacy regulations in your region (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). If you are located in a jurisdiction with specific privacy laws, we will take reasonable steps to ensure compliance with those laws.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: zareef@thetrendsetapp.com