Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account info:email, username, password hash provided at registration
- Seller profile:identity verification info uploaded by sellers (ID, passport, business license) — used for KYC only
- Transaction info:purchase history, product reviews, transaction amounts
- Usage data:page visits, feature usage, preferences — anonymized aggregate statistics
- Technical info:IP address, browser type, device info, cookie identifiers
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve platform services
- Process transactions and settle orders
- Verify seller identity (KYC) to ensure transaction safety
- Send transaction notifications, settlement reminders, and service updates
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and other illegal activities
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations (anti-money laundering, tax reporting, etc.)
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share with third parties only when necessary:
- Payment providers:to complete transactions and settlements; we share necessary transaction info with Stripe, Antom, and similar providers
- Compliance:disclose required info to meet legal requirements or valid law enforcement requests
- Service providers:share anonymized data with third parties providing technical infrastructure (cloud, CDN providers)
4. Cookies & Tracking
We use necessary cookies to maintain platform operation (login state, shopping cart). We may use analytics cookies to understand usage patterns. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.
5. Advertising & Third-Party Services
This platform uses Google AdSense and other third-party advertising providers to display advertisements. This section explains how advertising-related data is used.
Google AdSense
- Google AdSense uses cookies (including DoubleClick cookies and ad preference cookies) to serve personalized ads during your visit to this platform. These cookies help Google and its partners display more relevant ads based on your visit to this platform and other websites.
- Information collected by AdSense includes: your interactions with ads (non-personally identifiable), IP address, browser type, browsing behavior, etc. For details, see Google's Advertising Data Use Policy.
Reward-Based Advertising
- For free-tier users, this platform offers a reward-based advertising mechanism: users earn in-platform rewards (e.g., Gold Coins, content unlock opportunities) by watching ad displays for a specified duration — NOT by clicking ads.
- Paid members with active subscriptions will not see third-party advertisements and enjoy an ad-free experience throughout.
Your Choices
- You can manage personalized ad preferences or opt out entirely through Google's Ads Settings at adssettings.google.com.
- You may also disable third-party cookies through browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain platform functionality.
- Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to opt out of data processing for personalized advertising.
Compliance Statement
This platform strictly complies with Google AdSense Program Policies, including but not limited to: no incentivizing or rewarding ad clicks, ad area not exceeding 30% of page content, no ads in core creation areas, and no artificial ad impressions through machine traffic or click exchanges. All AI-generated content undergoes moderation to ensure it contains no prohibited material including pornography, violence, copyright infringement, or false information.
For more details, see Google AdSense Program Policies at support.google.com/adsense/answer/48182.
6. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored on cloud servers in Hong Kong and Singapore. We use industry-standard security measures including:
- TLS 1.3 encryption for all data transfers
- bcrypt hashing for passwords
- Regular security audits and vulnerability scans
- Least-privilege access — only necessary personnel have access
7. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws (including EU GDPR and California CCPA), you have the following rights:
- Right of access:request a copy of your personal data
- Right to rectification:request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten"):request deletion of your data
- Right to restriction of processing:request restriction of processing
- Right to object:object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to data portability:obtain data in structured, commonly used format
- Right to withdraw consent:withdraw consent for consent-based processing
- Right to lodge a complaint:with supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us via the method at the bottom of this page. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.
GDPR Specific Provisions
For users located in the European Economic Area (EEA), this platform complies fully with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Legal basis for processing
- Consent:you consent at registration to processing for service provision
- Contract performance:processing is necessary to perform the platform service contract
- Legitimate interests:necessary for platform security, anti-fraud, and service improvement
- Legal obligation:compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Cross-border data transfer
Your data may be transferred outside the EEA, including to Hong Kong and Singapore. We ensure GDPR-compliant transfers:
- Data stored on cloud servers in Hong Kong and Singapore, both with robust data protection laws
- All data transfers use TLS 1.3 encryption
- Data Processing Agreements (DPA) in place with third-party service providers
EU Representative
For EU users, we have designated an EU representative for GDPR matters. Contact us via the method at the bottom of this page.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data while your account is active. After account cancellation, we delete or anonymize personal information within 90 days. Some transaction data may be retained up to 7 years to meet legal obligations such as tax records.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via platform announcement or email. Continued use of the platform signifies acceptance of the updated policy.