Last Updated: December 14, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to VideoShare ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our video content sharing platform that integrates with TikTok's API services.
By using VideoShare, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information from TikTok
When you connect your TikTok account to our service, we access the following information through TikTok's API:
- Basic Profile Information (user.info.basic): Your TikTok open ID, display name, and profile avatar
- Video Upload Permission (video.upload): Permission to upload video content to your TikTok account as drafts or direct posts
2.2 Information You Provide
- Video content you choose to upload through our platform
- Video metadata such as titles, descriptions, and hashtags
- Communication data when you contact our support team
2.3 Automatically Collected Information
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
- Usage data (features used, actions taken within the app)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To authenticate your TikTok account and enable video uploads
- Personalization: To display your profile information and personalize your experience
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
- Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- All data transmissions are encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
- Access tokens are securely stored and encrypted
- We do not permanently store your video content on our servers - videos are transferred directly to TikTok
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With TikTok: To facilitate the video upload and posting functionality as authorized by you
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that assist in operating our platform (subject to confidentiality agreements)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal process
- Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
6. TikTok API Compliance
Our use of TikTok's API is governed by TikTok's Developer Terms of Service and API Terms of Use. We:
- Only request permissions necessary for our service functionality
- Use TikTok data solely for the purposes disclosed in this policy
- Do not use TikTok data to build competing products or services
- Comply with all TikTok API usage guidelines and rate limits
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Revoke Access: Disconnect your TikTok account at any time through TikTok's app settings
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@videoshare.com
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Account information: Until you delete your account or revoke access
- Access tokens: Until revoked or expired
- Log data: Up to 90 days for security and analytics purposes
- Support communications: Up to 2 years for service improvement
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Maintain your session and authentication status
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze usage patterns
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@videoshare.com
- Support Page: Contact Support
14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
15. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of access to your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
Our legal basis for processing your data includes: consent, contract performance, and legitimate interests.