Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Kineke ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Kineke social network, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide:

  • Account registration details (name, email address, password)
  • Profile information (bio, interests, profile photo, location)
  • Content you create (posts, comments, messages, media uploads)
  • Group and community membership data
  • Marketplace listings and transaction details
  • Communications with our support team

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Device information (device type, operating system, browser)
  • Usage data (pages visited, features used, interaction patterns)
  • IP address and approximate location
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
  • Log data and analytics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Match you with relevant communities, events, and people based on your interests
  • Personalize your experience and content recommendations
  • Process transactions on the marketplace
  • Send you notifications, updates, and promotional communications
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Conduct research and analytics to improve our platform

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With other users: Your profile information, posts, and activity within communities are visible to other users based on your privacy settings.
  • With service providers: We share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Service (hosting, analytics, payment processing).
  • For legal reasons: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.
  • Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to or restrict processing of your data
  • Data portability — receive your data in a structured format
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@kineke.com.

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Essential cookies are required for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Required for core functionality
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
  • Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant content

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under 13 years of age (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: