Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

MMOD, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") operates Shov ("the Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. Please read this policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, display name, and optional profile information such as job title, company, bio, and avatar image.

Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the Service, including pages visited, features used, stream viewing duration, and interaction data (comments, reactions).

Device Information: We collect device type, operating system, browser type, IP address, and general location data derived from your IP address.

Live Stream Content: When you broadcast, your video and audio content is transmitted through our Service. We may temporarily store stream data for delivery purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to: (a) provide, maintain, and improve the Service; (b) create and manage your account; (c) deliver live streaming functionality; (d) communicate with you about the Service; (e) monitor and analyze usage patterns; (f) detect and prevent fraud and abuse; (g) comply with legal obligations.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with: (a) service providers who assist in operating the Service (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery); (b) law enforcement or government agencies when required by law; (c) other parties in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

Your public profile information (username, display name, avatar, job title, company) and live stream content are visible to other users of the Service.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. Stream data is processed in real-time and may be retained temporarily for delivery. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze Service usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect Service functionality.

8. Third-Party Services

The Service may integrate with third-party services for functionality such as video streaming infrastructure, analytics, and email delivery. These third parties have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to: (a) access the personal information we hold about you; (b) request correction of inaccurate information; (c) request deletion of your information; (d) object to or restrict processing of your information; (e) data portability. To exercise these rights, contact us at hi@shov.com.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

MMOD, Inc.
2261 Market Street STE 17805
San Francisco, CA 94114
United States
+1 (415) 769-9702
hi@shov.com