Tabi Privacy Agreement

Last Updated: January 22nd, 2024

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Tabi Privacy Agreement

Effective Date: January 23, 2024

Introduction

Tabi, a leading online marketplace for comic book enthusiasts and collectors, prioritizes safeguarding the privacy and security of our users' personal data. This Privacy Agreement elaborates on our policies regarding the collection, utilization, and sharing of personal information on the Tabi platform. By engaging with our services, users consent to the stipulations of this agreement.

Definitions

  • Personal Information: This pertains to any data that can identify an individual, either directly or indirectly. In the context of comic book collectors, this could include specifics like a collector's unique username, which might reflect their favorite comic character.
  • Service: This term encompasses the Tabi platform along with all associated services. It includes features specific to comic book trading, like a specialized search engine for rare comics.
  • User: Any individual who engages with the Service, ranging from casual browsers to serious comic book collectors and sellers.
  • Content: This includes a range of materials such as comic book scans, user-generated reviews, data, software, music, audio, photographs, graphics, video, messages, and other materials accessible on the platform.

1. Information Collection

1.1 Types of Information Collected:

  • Identity Data: Such as name, username, and date of birth. For comic book users, this might also include a preferred avatar or profile picture related to their favorite comic universe.
  • Contact Data: Including email address, phone number, and postal address, vital for communication and transaction completion.
  • Financial Data: Details of payment methods and transaction history, crucial for purchasing or selling comics and collectibles.
  • Technical Data: Information like IP address, login information, browser type, and operating system, to ensure compatibility and security of our platform across devices.
  • Content Data: This covers scanned images and descriptions of comic books, user reviews, and metadata of listed items. As an AI-driven company, Tabi uses advanced algorithms to analyze this data, enhancing user experience by offering personalized comic book recommendations and trend analysis.

1.2 Collection Methods:

  • Directly from Users: We gather this data when users register, list items, or interact with our service, such as uploading comic book scans or leaving reviews.
  • Automatically through the Service: This includes the use of cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about platform engagement and preferences, helping in tailoring the user experience.
  • From Third Parties: Information from partners like payment processors, analytics providers, or other services that augment our platform's functionality, including AI technologies for image and data analysis.

2. Use of Information

2.1 Service Provision: Our primary objective in using personal information is to facilitate account creation, manage comic book listings, and enable seamless transactions. This includes:

  • Account Management: Ensuring user accounts are secure, personalized, and easy to manage.
  • Transaction Facilitation: Using financial and contact data to process payments and shipments.
  • Personalized Experience: Leveraging AI and user data to recommend comics and create a more engaging platform.

By expanding on each point and tailoring the information to the specifics of a comic book marketplace, the privacy agreement becomes more relevant and informative to the users of Tabi, providing a clearer understanding of how their data is used and protected.

2.2 Personalization and Improvement

We are dedicated to tailoring the user experience specifically for comic book enthusiasts and constantly improving the functionality and efficiency of the Service. This includes:

  • AI-Driven Recommendations: Utilizing user data and AI algorithms to suggest comics and collectibles that align with individual interests.
  • Platform Upgrades: Regular updates to enhance user interface and functionality, based on user feedback and usage patterns, ensuring an engaging and intuitive experience for comic book collectors.

2.3 Communication

Our communication strategy involves:

  • Service Updates: Informing users about new features, platform improvements, and relevant changes that enhance their experience.
  • Promotional Offers: Sharing tailored offers and deals, especially those related to rare or highly sought-after comic books and memorabilia.
  • Engagement Initiatives: Encouraging community participation through forums, contests, and events centered around comic book culture.

2.4 Legal and Compliance

We ensure:

  • Legal Adherence: Strict compliance with legal standards relevant to online marketplaces and data protection.
  • Terms of Service Enforcement: Vigorous enforcement of our terms to maintain a safe, respectful, and lawful environment for our community of comic book fans.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 With Service Providers:

  • Operational Partners: Collaborating with payment processors and customer service providers to facilitate transactions and user support.
  • Marketing and Analytics: Sharing data with analytics and marketing partners to improve service offerings and user experience.

3.2 For Legal Reasons:

  • Compliance with Law: Disclosing information when legally required or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Tabi, our users, or others.

4. Data Security

4.1 Security Measures:

  • Advanced Encryption: Protecting data with industry-standard encryption techniques.
  • Firewalls and Secure Servers: Ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of user data.

4.2 Data Breach Procedures:

  • Immediate Response: Rapid action in the event of a data breach to mitigate potential harm.
  • Compliance with Laws: Adhering to legal requirements in the event of a data breach.

5. User Rights

5.1 Access and Correction:

  • User Control: Empowering users to review and update their personal information.

5.2 Deletion:

  • Right to Erasure: Enabling users to request the deletion of their data in line with legal obligations.

5.3 Objection and Restriction:

  • Processing Choices: Allowing users to object to certain data processing activities and request restrictions on the use of their data.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 Types and Purpose:

  • Functional Cookies: For essential website operations.
  • Analytical Cookies: To understand user behavior and improve service offerings.

6.2 Consent and Control:

  • User Consent: Providing clear information about cookie use and obtaining user consent.
  • Customizable Settings: Offering options to manage cookie preferences.

7. International Data Transfer

7.1 Transfer Mechanisms:

  • Global Compliance: Ensuring that international data transfers meet global data protection standards and employing appropriate security measures to safeguard user information.

8. Policy Changes

8.1 Notification Procedures

Understanding the importance of keeping our users informed, Tabi ensures:

  • Timely Notifications: Announcing any significant privacy policy changes through prominent notifications on our platform and via email, catering specifically to our comic book community's needs.
  • User Awareness: Encouraging regular review of our policy for the latest updates, essential for users to stay informed about how their data is handled.

8.2 Review Period

In line with our commitment to user engagement:

  • 30-Day Review Period: Offering a period of 30 days after announcing changes for users to review and respond. This period is crucial for users to understand how the changes might affect their interactions with the platform, especially concerning their comic book listings and personal data.
  • Feedback Consideration: Actively considering user feedback during this period, demonstrating our commitment to community-driven policy development.

8.3 User Consent

Ensuring legal and ethical compliance:

  • Renewed Consent: Seeking renewed consent from our users for any material changes, particularly those affecting personal information handling. This step is vital to maintain trust and transparency with our users, who are often concerned about the privacy of their unique and rare comic book collections.
  • Informed Agreement: Reinforcing the need for users to understand and agree to these changes, affirming their confidence in our platform.

8.4 Historical Versions

Promoting transparency:

  • Archive of Previous Policies: Maintaining a publicly accessible archive of past privacy policies. This resource is particularly useful for users who want to track changes over time, which could impact how they manage their comic book collections and personal data on Tabi.
  • Understanding Policy Evolution: Enabling users to comprehend the evolution of our privacy practices, reflecting our growth and adaptation to the dynamic world of comic book trading and collectibles.

8.5 Effective Date

Clarifying implementation:

  • Immediate Effect Post-Review: The updated policy becomes effective immediately after the 30-day review period, ensuring that changes are promptly reflected in our operations.
  • Encouragement for Familiarization: Urging users to familiarize themselves with the new terms, as continued use of our services post-implementation indicates acceptance of these updates. This step is crucial for users to remain informed and comfortable with how their data is managed within the comic book marketplace.