Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Goblin

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Goblin ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Goblin mobile application (the "App").

By using Goblin, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Contact Information

Email: info@goblinmusic.club
Website: https://goblinmusic.club

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account, we collect:
• Nickname (username)
• Date of birth
• Profile picture (optional)
• Bio/description (optional)
• Email address (for authentication)

User-Generated Content:
• Music posts and comments
• Likes and reactions
• Social connections (followers/following)

1.2 Apple Music Data

When you connect your Apple Music account, we collect:
• Recently Played Tracks: Your recent listening history
• Music Library Data: Artists, songs, and albums you listen to
• Apple Music User Token: To access your music data (stored securely)
• Storefront Information: Your Apple Music region

Purpose: This data is used to:
• Create your music taste profile ("Vibe Check")
• Match you with users who have similar music preferences
• Display your recently played tracks
• Enable music discovery features
• Show your music activity in the community

Your Control: You can disconnect Apple Music at any time from the app settings. This will remove access to your music data but some historical data may be retained for service functionality.

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect:
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Log Data: App usage patterns, features accessed, timestamps
• Performance Data: Crash reports, error logs, app performance metrics
• Location Data (Country-Level Only): Approximate location based on your device timezone for country-based music feeds

1.4 Push Notification Data

If you enable push notifications:
• Push notification tokens (to send you notifications)
• Notification preferences and settings

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

Core Functionality:
• Provide and maintain the App
• Create and manage your user profile
• Enable music-based social connections
• Display your Vibe Check (music taste compatibility)
• Show global and country-based music feeds
• Enable search and discovery features

Social Features:
• Connect you with other users based on music taste
• Display your music activity to your followers
• Enable likes, comments, and social engagement
• Show you on the interactive globe based on your country

Communication:
• Send push notifications about:

• Friend activity and Vibe Checks

• Likes and comments on your posts

• New followers

• App updates and important announcements

Improvement & Analytics:
• Analyze app usage to improve features
• Monitor app performance and fix bugs
• Understand user preferences and behavior
• Develop new features

Legal & Safety:
• Comply with legal obligations
• Enforce our Terms & Conditions
• Protect against fraud and abuse
• Resolve disputes

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Public Information

The following information is visible to other Goblin users:
• Your nickname and profile picture
• Your bio/description
• Your recently played tracks (Vibe Check)
• Your posts, likes, and comments
• Your follower/following lists
• Your country (shown on the globe)

3.2 With Service Providers

We share data with trusted third-party service providers:
• Supabase (Backend Infrastructure): Stores user data, handles authentication
• Apple Music API: Accesses your music data with your permission
• Expo (Development Platform): Provides app infrastructure and push notifications
• Cloud Storage Providers: Stores profile images and media

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for providing services to us.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to:
• Comply with legal obligations or court orders
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or abuse
• Respond to government requests

3.4 Business Transfers

If Goblin is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred. We will notify you before your data becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. Data Retention

• Active Accounts: We retain your data as long as your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: When you delete your account, we delete your personal data within 30 days, except:

• Data required for legal compliance

• Anonymized usage statistics

• Public posts may remain visible (anonymized)

5. Your Rights & Choices

5.1 Account Management
• Access: View your profile and data in the app
• Edit: Update your nickname, bio, profile picture
• Delete: Delete your account in app settings

5.2 Apple Music
• Disconnect: Remove Apple Music connection at any time
• Control: Manage Apple Music permissions in iOS Settings

5.3 Notifications
• Manage: Toggle notification types in app settings
• Disable: Turn off notifications in iOS Settings

5.4 Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to data processing
• Export your data
• Withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, email us at info@goblinmusic.club

6. Children's Privacy

Goblin is available to users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:
• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
• Secure Storage: Passwords and tokens stored using secure encryption
• Access Controls: Limited employee access to personal data
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

Note: Goblin services are not available in: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions.

9. Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to third-party services (e.g., Apple Music). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
• Posting the new policy in the App
• Sending a push notification
• Updating the "Last Updated" date

Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
• Right to know what personal data is collected
• Right to delete personal data
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal data (we do not sell your data)
• Right to non-discrimination

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@goblinmusic.club

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR:
• Right to access, rectification, erasure
• Right to restrict or object to processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Legal Basis for Processing:
• Consent (Apple Music data access)
• Contract performance (providing the service)
• Legitimate interests (app improvement, security)

13. Do Not Track

We do not track users across third-party websites. However, we do track usage within the App to improve our service.

14. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Email: info@goblinmusic.club
Subject Line: Privacy Inquiry - Goblin App

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Summary of Data Collection

Your Data, Your Control

✓ You choose what Apple Music data to share
✓ You control your profile visibility
✓ You can delete your account anytime
✓ You can export your data upon request
✓ We don't sell your data to third parties
✓ We use encryption to protect your data

By using Goblin, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Last Updated: January 1, 2025