Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 8th, 2025
Snipply.app, operated by HCS LLC (“Snipply,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), is dedicated to respecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you interact with our platform, including snipply.app, app.snipply.app, and individual user profile pages (e.g., snipply.app/username). It also explains your privacy rights under applicable laws, including those in the European Economic Area (“EEA”) and United Kingdom (“UK”).
By using Snipply, you acknowledge and accept the data practices described in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service. For users in the EEA/UK, legal bases for data processing are described in Section II.
I. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect personal data in a variety of ways when you engage with our platform. This includes when you register an account, submit information to us, use features like profile links or analytics, or contact us directly. We may also receive data from third-party services.
The categories of data we may collect include:
- Identifiers: Name, email, username, password, social media handles, uploaded content, and IP address.
- Payment Details: Credit/debit card or other billing info collected via our payment partner, Paddle.
- Technical Data: Device/browser info, IP address, usage patterns, page views, and cookie data.
We also collect similar data through cookies and similar technologies. Learn more by reviewing our Cookie Policy.
II. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA
We use your personal data to provide, maintain, and improve our services. Depending on where you’re located, the legal basis for doing so may vary:
| Purpose | Examples | Legal Basis (EEA/UK) |
|---|---|---|
| Service Delivery | Account creation, link management, customer support | Contractual necessity / Legitimate interest |
| Communication | Notifications, updates, and user inquiries | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| Marketing | Newsletters, offers, and promotional content | Consent / Legitimate interest |
| Security | Fraud prevention, activity monitoring | Legitimate interest / Legal obligation |
| Legal & Compliance | Responding to legal processes, regulatory compliance | Legal obligation |
| Business Operations | Analytics, site performance, potential mergers/acquisitions | Legitimate interest |
If you do not provide necessary personal data, we may not be able to fulfill your requests or provide access to certain services.
III. WHO WE SHARE YOUR DATA WITH
We may share personal data with trusted third-party partners for business purposes, such as:
- Service Providers: Payment processors, analytics providers, hosting platforms, email platforms, and IT services.
- Legal Authorities: When legally required or necessary for legal proceedings.
- Business Transfers: In the case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
We do not sell your data for monetary gain and we do not use automated profiling that results in decisions with legal or significant personal effects.
IV. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Snipply.app is based in the United States. If you use our platform from outside the US, your data may be transferred to and processed in the US. Where required, we use standard contractual clauses or rely on other lawful mechanisms to ensure your information remains protected.
V. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict how we use your data
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, email us at support@snipply.app. We will verify your request and respond within the time frames required by law.
For EEA/UK users, you may also contact our designated representative listed in Section IX or file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
VI. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
VII. DATA SECURITY
We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. Please use caution when transmitting information online.
VIII. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Snipply is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete the information.
VIIII. POLICY UPDATES
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via our website or email. Please check this page regularly to stay informed.
X. THIRD-PARTY LINKS & TOOLS
Our site may include links to third-party platforms and social media. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal data.
XI. ACCESSIBILITY
If you require this policy in a different format or need accessibility support, please contact us at support@snipply.app.