Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 27, 2024

This Privacy Policy describes how Foilu ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit or interact with our website at foilu.com or use any of our services, including submitting content, subscribing to our plans, or interacting with our community. This policy also outlines your rights under GDPR, UK Data Protection Act, CCPA, and other applicable global privacy laws.

1. Key Definitions

“User-Generated Content” refers to any stories, videos, images, or other materials submitted by users to Foilu for potential inclusion in films or other creative outputs.

“Personal Data” refers to any data that can identify you directly or indirectly.

“Subscription Service” refers to our paid plans allowing access to exclusive content, tools, or participation opportunities.

“You” refers to you, the user of the website, service, or content contributor.

2. What We Collect

We collect:

Basic information (name, email, location, device info)
Account data (username, preferences, settings)
Subscription and payment info (via third-party processors like Stripe and PayPal)
User-generated content (e.g., stories, videos, voice recordings)
Usage data (IP address, pages visited, interaction patterns)

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

Operate and improve the Foilu platform
Provide subscription services and process payments
Feature your content (with your consent) in our films and promotions
Send you updates, participation opportunities, and community events
Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax, law enforcement requests)

4. Content Ownership and Licensing

When you submit content to Foilu:

You retain ownership of your submitted content.
You grant Foilu a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, adapt, edit, display, and distribute your content as part of our projects, including promotional uses and derivative works across media platforms.
Content must not violate copyright, third-party rights, or laws.
You are responsible for ensuring that individuals appearing in your content have given appropriate consent.

5. Your Rights (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)

You have the right to:

Access and download your personal data
Correct or delete inaccurate data
Object to certain uses of your data (e.g., marketing)
Withdraw consent at any time
Request full deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

To exercise these rights, email: [email protected]

6. How We Protect Your Data

We use SSL encryption, limited-access internal systems, and GDPR-aligned processing standards. However, no internet system is 100% secure, so please use discretion.

7. Data Storage and Transfers

We may store your data in the UK, EU, or US. All international transfers are secured under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards.

8. Children’s Privacy

Foilu is not directed to children under 13. If you are under the age of consent in your country, parental consent is required before using our platform or submitting content.