Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

QBits ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Twitch extension and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Twitch

When you authenticate with Twitch, we collect:

• Twitch User ID
• Twitch username
• Display name
• Profile image URL
• Channel ID (for streamers)
• Email address (if provided by Twitch)

2.2 Request Information

When you use the Service, we collect:

• Request titles and descriptions
• Bits amounts contributed
• Request status (active, completed, rejected)
• Timestamps of requests and actions
• Notes added by streamers

2.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and features used
• Time and date of visits
• Time spent on pages

2.4 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service. You can instruct your browser to refuse cookies, but this may prevent you from using some features of the Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining the Service
• Processing and managing requests
• Authenticating users and preventing fraud
• Displaying request information to streamers and viewers
• Sending notifications about request status changes
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve the Service
• Detecting and preventing technical issues
• Complying with legal obligations
• Communicating with you about the Service

4. Information Sharing

4.1 Public Information

Request information (titles, descriptions, usernames, Bits amounts) is visible to:

• The streamer whose channel the request was submitted to
• Other viewers of that channel (via the Twitch extension)

4.2 Third-Party Services

We share information with:

• Twitch: For authentication and Bits transactions
• Supabase: Our database and authentication provider
• Vercel: Our hosting and deployment provider

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government agencies).

4.4 Business Transfers

If QBits is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements
• Maintain analytics and historical records

Request data is typically retained for up to 2 years after completion or rejection.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure database hosting with Supabase

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information
• Objection: Object to processing of your information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your information
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@qbits.fun. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is intended for users aged 13 and older (or the minimum age required to use Twitch in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

Note: We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

11. European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We process your information based on the following legal bases:

• Contract: Processing necessary to provide the Service
• Consent: You have given clear consent
• Legitimate Interests: For fraud prevention and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with legal requirements

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Posting a notice in the Service
• Sending you an email notification (if applicable)

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: