Privacy Policy & Data Protection Notice
This privacy policy explains how ZeitVibe processes your data in compliance with GDPR (EU) 2016/679 and European data protection laws.
CRITICAL LEGAL NOTICE
BY USING THIS SERVICE, YOU EXPLICITLY CONSENT TO ALL DATA PROCESSING DESCRIBED HEREIN.ZeitVibe assumes NO responsibility for data loss, privacy breaches, or any damages arising from service use. This service is provided "AS IS" without any warranties. Use at your own risk.
1.Data Controller Information (GDPR Article 13(1)(a))
Controller Details:
- Data Controller: ZeitVibe (hereinafter "we", "us", "our")
- Contact: Available through appropriate channels upon request
- Processing Purpose: Provision of temporary ephemeral content sharing services
- Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) and explicit consent
- Data Protection Officer: Not required due to minimal processing scope
- Supervisory Authority: Relevant EU data protection authority
2.Data Processing Details (GDPR Article 13(1)(c))
Categories of Personal Data Processed:
- User-generated content (images, text posts, files)
- IP addresses and network information for security and abuse prevention
- Technical logs and system information for service operation
- Browser information, user agents, and device identifiers
- Payment information (processed by Stripe, subject to Stripe's privacy policy)
- Event metadata (creation time, expiry time, access patterns)
- AI moderation data (content analysis results, moderation logs)
Data We DO NOT Collect:
- • Personal identification information (names, emails, phone numbers)
- • User accounts or registration data
- • Location data beyond IP address geolocation
- • Behavioral tracking or analytics data
- • Social media information or third-party account data
- • Biometric data or special category data (Article 9 GDPR)
3.Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Article 6)
Primary Legal Basis - Legitimate Interest (Article 6(1)(f)):
We process your data based on legitimate interest to provide ephemeral content sharing services. This processing is necessary for service functionality and is balanced against your privacy rights.
- • Service provision and technical functionality
- • Security, fraud prevention, and abuse detection
- • Technical operation, maintenance, and optimization
- • Legal compliance and regulatory obligations
- • Dispute resolution and legal defense
Secondary Legal Basis - Explicit Consent (Article 6(1)(a)):
By using this service, you explicitly consent to the data processing described in this policy. You may withdraw consent at any time by discontinuing service use.
4.Data Retention & Deletion (GDPR Article 13(2)(a))
Automatic Deletion Policy:
- All user-generated content: 24 hours maximum
- Event metadata and board information: 24 hours maximum
- Technical logs and system data: 30 days maximum
- IP addresses: Session duration only
- Payment records: Retained by Stripe per their policy
CRITICAL: No Data Recovery
ONCE DATA IS DELETED, IT CANNOT BE RECOVERED. We do not maintain backups of user content. Users are solely responsible for backing up their own content if needed. ZeitVibe assumes NO responsibility for data loss or inability to recover deleted content.
5.Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR Articles 15-22)
Your GDPR Rights:
- Right to Access (Article 15): Request information about your data processing
- Right to Rectification (Article 16): Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure (Article 17): Request deletion of your data
- Right to Restriction (Article 18): Request processing restriction
- Right to Data Portability (Article 20): Request data in machine-readable format
- Right to Object (Article 21): Object to data processing
- Right to Lodge Complaint (Article 77): Contact supervisory authorities
Exercising Your Rights:
To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at: support@zeitvibe.comWe will respond within 30 days as required by GDPR Article 12(3).Note: Due to the ephemeral nature of our service, many rights may be limited or unavailable.
6.Third-Party Services & Data Sharing (GDPR Article 13(1)(e))
External Service Providers:
- Stripe: Payment processing (subject to Stripe's privacy policy and GDPR compliance)
- Supabase: Database and storage services (EU-based, GDPR compliant)
- Vercel: Hosting and CDN services (privacy policy available)
- Cloudflare: Security and performance services (if applicable)
Data Sharing Policy:
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Data is only shared with service providers necessary for service operation, subject to appropriate safeguards.
Legal Disclosure:
We may disclose data if required by law, court order, or government request. We reserve the right to cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities.
6.5.AI Content Moderation & Processing
AI Moderation Services:
- OpenAI: Text content analysis and moderation (subject to OpenAI's privacy policy)
- Replicate: Image analysis and NSFW detection (subject to Replicate's privacy policy)
- Local Processing: Basic content filtering and spam detection
AI Processing Details:
- • Content is analyzed in real-time for inappropriate material
- • AI models do not store or retain your content
- • Only moderation results are logged (not the content itself)
- • Blocked content is never stored or processed further
- • AI processing is necessary for community safety
Your Rights Regarding AI Processing:
By using this service, you consent to AI content analysis for safety purposes. You have the right to not upload content if you do not consent to AI processing. Moderation logs are retained for safety and compliance purposes.
7.Data Security & Protection (GDPR Article 32)
Security Measures Implemented:
- • HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data transmission
- • Secure cloud infrastructure with EU data centers
- • Automatic data deletion after 24 hours
- • No long-term data storage or retention
- • Regular security assessments and monitoring
- • Access controls and authentication measures
- • Incident response and breach notification procedures
SECURITY DISCLAIMER:
NO SYSTEM IS 100% SECURE. While we implement security measures, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Users should not upload sensitive, confidential, or personal information. ZeitVibe assumes NO responsibility for security breaches, data leaks, or unauthorized access to user content.
8.Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Cookie Policy:
- • Essential cookies for service functionality only
- • No tracking, advertising, or analytics cookies
- • No third-party cookies or tracking scripts
- • Cookies expire with browser session
- • No persistent cookies or long-term tracking
Consent:
By using this service, you consent to the use of essential cookies for service functionality. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect service functionality.
9.International Data Transfers (GDPR Chapter V)
Data Transfer Information:
- • Primary data processing occurs within the European Economic Area (EEA)
- • Service providers may process data in countries with adequate protection
- • Appropriate safeguards implemented for international transfers
- • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) used where applicable
- • Adequacy decisions recognized for relevant jurisdictions
10.Automated Decision Making (GDPR Article 22)
Automated Processing:
We may use automated systems for content moderation, security monitoring, and service optimization. You have the right to request human review of automated decisions that significantly affect you.
11.Changes & Contact Information
Policy Updates:
This privacy policy may be updated to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service functionality. Users will be notified of significant changes. Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of updated policies.
Contact Information:
For privacy-related questions, GDPR rights requests, data protection concerns, or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us at: support@zeitvibe.com
We will respond within 30 days as required by GDPR Article 12(3).
FINAL LEGAL DISCLAIMER
ZEITVIBE ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR: Data loss, privacy breaches, security incidents, unauthorized access, service interruptions, technical failures, or any damages arising from service use. This service is provided "AS IS" without any warranties. Users use this service entirely at their own risk and are solely responsible for their content and actions. By using this service, you acknowledge and accept all risks and limitations described herein.