TShirtTube – Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Summary

TShirtTube connects physical and digital apparel to online “item profiles,” games, and social features. We collect only what we need to run the platform, we don’t sell your personal data, and your information is stored securely on Google services (Firebase / Google Cloud).

TShirtTube (“we”, “our”, “us”) provides a platform where users can connect apparel items to digital item profiles, participate in games and challenges, access brand-specific experiences, and share content. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account & Profile Information

We collect information you provide when you create or update an account, including:

Name and display name
Email address
Profile photo
Social links you choose to add
Public username and public profile details

1.2 Item Profile & Gameplay Data

We collect data related to your items and game usage, such as:

Items you claim, own, or interact with
Gameplay statistics (EXP, levels, challenges completed)
Achievements, rankings, and brand status
Events triggered through item profiles (e.g., scans, completions, unlocks)

1.3 Usage & Device Information

We automatically collect:

Device type, browser, and operating system
IP address and approximate location (city/state/country)
Log data, crash reports, diagnostic and performance information

1.4 Photos, Videos & Content You Upload

You may choose to upload content to TShirtTube. This can include:

Images or videos submitted for challenges or item content
Custom profile content, emojis, or branding art
Other media attached to item pages, brand pages, or social features

We only receive this content when you intentionally upload it.

1.5 Wearable / BLE / NFC Interaction

If you use NFC tags, BLE beacons, or other connected apparel, we may collect:

Scan interactions with tags and items
Timestamps and basic event information
Challenge-related signals (e.g., camera use, motion-based actions) only when you grant permission and start the challenge

Camera and microphone permissions are always opt-in and are only used for the specific feature or challenge you activate.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Create and manage your account and profile
Maintain item ownership, EXP, levels, and challenge progress
Provide personalized in-game and brand-specific experiences
Show your chosen social links and optional public profile info
Improve security, performance, and reliability of the platform
Provide customer support and respond to requests
Send updates related to your account, items, or important changes

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information in limited situations:

Service Providers: With trusted third parties (for example, Google Firebase, hosting, analytics, or payment processors) who help us operate TShirtTube. They are only allowed to use your data to provide services for us.
Other Users: If you choose to make certain information public (e.g., public profiles, item profile content, leaderboard rankings), it may be visible to other users.
Legal Reasons: If we are required by law, subpoena, or court order to disclose information.

We do not share private user data with advertisers.

4. Data Storage & Security

We store and process data using Google services, including Firebase and Google Cloud. These services provide industry-standard security features such as:

Encryption in transit and at rest
Access controls and authentication safeguards
Logging and monitoring for suspicious activity

No system is 100% secure, but we take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your information.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to:

Keep you signed in and remember your settings
Improve loading speed and overall performance
Understand how users interact with the platform

You can usually disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly if you do.

6. Children’s Privacy

TShirtTube is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (for example, under GDPR or CCPA), you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data, where applicable
Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt out of certain types of data processing

You can also withdraw consent for camera or microphone use at any time by turning off permissions in your device or browser.

To exercise these rights or make a privacy request, contact us at: support@tshirttube.com.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the TShirtTube service, maintain item history, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

When you delete your account, we remove or anonymize personal data where feasible. Some historical records (for example, anonymized item-ownership history) may be kept to preserve the integrity of the platform.

9. Third-Party Services

TShirtTube uses third-party services to operate the platform, which may include:

Google Firebase (Authentication, Firestore, Storage, Hosting)
Analytics platforms to help us understand usage and improve the product
Payment processors (such as Stripe) for purchases or subscriptions

These providers have their own privacy policies that explain how they handle data.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. If changes are significant, we may provide additional notice.

By continuing to use TShirtTube after changes take effect, you agree to the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: support@tshirttube.com