Effective Date: January 30, 2026
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
Version: 1.0
1. Introduction
At Takchik, your privacy is fundamental to everything we do. This Privacy Policy explains how Takchik Limited (“Takchik,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use our Platform.
What is the Platform?
- Takchik.com website
- Takchik mobile applications (iOS and Android)
- Related services, features, and functionalities
Our Privacy Principles
- Transparency: Clear explanations about data practices
- User Control: Meaningful choices about your data
- Data Minimization: Only collect necessary information
- Security First: Robust protection measures
- Accountability: Responsible data stewardship
By using Takchik, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are & How to Contact Us
Data Controller:
Takchik Limited
Registered in England and Wales
Company Number: 16940208
Registered Office: contact@takchik.com
VAT Number: [To be inserted]
Contact Information
- General Privacy Inquiries: privacy@takchik.com
- Online Form: takchik.com/privacy-request
- Data Protection Officer: dpo@takchik.com
- Postal Address: Data Protection Officer, Takchik Limited, 4 Colwall Road, L33 5XJ, Liverpool, UK
- Child Safety: childsafety@takchik.com
- 24/7 Emergency Hotline: 07717017825
- Security Issues: security@takchik.com
3. Information We Collect
We collect information in three ways: information you provide, information collected automatically, and information from third parties.
3.1 Information You Provide
Account Registration
- Username (display name)
- Email address and/or phone number
- Password (encrypted)
- Date of birth (age verification)
- Country/region
- Profile photo, bio, gender (optional)
User-Generated Content
- Videos, photos, audio recordings
- Text, captions, hashtags, descriptions
- Comments, likes, shares, reactions
- Direct messages and live stream content
- Responses to polls, challenges, surveys
Payment Information
- Payment card details (processed via secure processors)
- Billing and shipping addresses
- Purchase and transaction history
- Virtual gifts and in-app purchases
Identity Verification
- Government-issued ID documents
- Selfie images for verification
- Biometric data (temporary, deleted after verification)
Communications
- Customer support messages
- Feedback and survey responses
- Contest and sweepstakes entries
Contact Information
- Phone contacts (with permission)
- Email addresses for invitations
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
Device & Usage Data
- Device model, OS version, identifiers (IMEI, IDFA, GAID)
- IP address, language, time zone
- Usage activity, crashes, diagnostics
Location Data
- Approximate location via IP
- Precise GPS location (with permission)
- Metadata from uploaded content
Technical & Inferred Data
- Cookies, SDKs, local storage
- Session tokens and analytics logs
- Inferred interests and preferences
3.3 Information from Third Parties
- Social login providers (Apple, Google, Facebook)
- Advertisers and analytics partners
- Public sources and service providers
3.4 Sensitive Information
We generally do not collect sensitive personal data such as race, religion, health data, or sexual orientation. Limited exceptions apply for identity verification and legal compliance, with enhanced security and consent.
4. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and operate the Platform
- Personalize content and recommendations
- Ensure safety, moderation, and fraud prevention
- Process payments and provide support
- Comply with legal obligations
5. How We Share Your Information
- With other users (based on your settings)
- With service providers under strict contracts
- With authorities when legally required
- During mergers or acquisitions
We do not sell personal information.
6. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in the UK, EEA, United States, Singapore, Canada, and other countries using safeguards such as SCCs and IDTA.
7. Data Retention
- Deleted accounts: within 30 days
- Backups: up to 90 days
- Logs: 12–24 months
- Legal records: as required by law
8. Your Rights and Choices
You may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, or objection to processing of your data, subject to applicable law.
9. Children’s Privacy
Takchik does not knowingly collect information from children below applicable age limits. Underage accounts are removed immediately.
10. Security
We use encryption, access controls, audits, and breach response procedures. No system is completely secure.
11. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use essential, analytics, functional, and advertising cookies. Controls are available via device and browser settings.
12. Third-Party Services
Takchik is not responsible for third-party privacy practices. Review their policies independently.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy and will notify users where required by law.
14. Contact Us
Takchik Limited
Email: privacy@takchik.com
DPO: dpo@takchik.com
Address: 4 Colwall Road, L33 5XJ, Liverpool, United Kingdom