Table of Contents
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 8/26/2025
Last Updated: 8/26/2025
FUNTEK Software Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "FUNTEK") values the privacy of users of its product PinChat, including the website (https://pinchat.app/) and associated iOS/Android apps (hereinafter collectively referred to as "PinChat"). FUNTEK is committed to respecting the privacy of PinChat users (hereinafter referred to as "you") and protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy aims to explain how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data, as well as your rights regarding this data. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully before using our services. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please stop using our services. By using PinChat, you agree to the data processing methods described in this policy.
I. Scope of Application
This Privacy Policy applies to all data collected through the PinChat website, mobile applications, and related services.
II. Collection and Acquisition of Personal Data
Registration Data:
When you register as a PinChat member, we request
- Account (email address or phone number)
- Password (stored in encrypted form)
- Basic personal information (such as name, nickname, etc.)
Usage Data:
When you use PinChat services, we may collect
- Usage history and activity logs
- Content preferences and interaction data
- Search information and search history
- Communication content and interaction records
Technical Data:
Technical information we automatically collect includes
- Device identifiers (such as IP address)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system information
- Access time and activity duration
- Location data (if authorized)
- Information collected through cookies and similar technologies
Customer Service Data:
When you contact our customer service or submit feedback, we collect
- Your contact information
- Content of your inquiry or feedback
- Relevant communication records
III. Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
Service Provision and Improvement:
- Maintaining your account and providing requested services
- Improving user experience and optimizing product features
- Developing new features and services
- Resolving technical issues and providing customer support
Communication Purposes:
- Sending service-related notifications (such as system updates, security alerts)
- Responding to your inquiries or requests
- Providing information about new features or services that may interest you (if you have consented)
Analysis and Research:
- Understanding user behavior and preferences
- Conducting market research and data analysis
- Evaluating and improving our service performance
Security and Legal Compliance:
- Protecting the security of our services
- Preventing and detecting fraudulent activities
- Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
V. Data Retention and Security
Data Retention Period:
We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws. After you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, unless certain information must be retained due to legal obligations or for dispute resolution purposes. Once deletion or anonymization is complete, we will no longer identify your personal data in any way.
Data Security Measures:
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including
- Encryption technologies
- Access controls
- Regular security assessments
- Employee training and confidentiality agreements
Security Responsibility:
You should maintain the security of your account and password, avoiding any disclosure. After using PinChat services, we recommend logging out or closing the software and browser windows to prevent data theft.
Third-Party Links:
PinChat may contain links to other websites or services. These third-party websites have their own privacy policies, and FUNTEK is not responsible if you access these sites and provide personal data.
VII. User Rights
Right to Access:
You have the right to access and copy your personal data that we hold.
Right to Rectification:
If you believe your personal data that we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request correction.
Right to Deletion:
You can request deletion of your account and associated personal data. Please note that after deletion, you will not be able to continue using PinChat services.
Right to Restrict Processing:
In certain circumstances, you have the right to request restriction of processing of your personal data.
Right to Data Portability:
You have the right to receive your personal data that you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and have the right to transfer this data to another service provider.
Right to Object:
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data at any time, based on your particular situation.
Exercising Rights:
You can exercise the above rights through
- Settings page in the PinChat application
- Sending an email to service@funtek.co
To protect your privacy and security, we may require you to provide identification.
Limitations:
In cases of harm to important national interests, obstruction of legal functions of public authorities, or harm to important interests of FUNTEK or third parties, we have the right to reject your request to modify, delete, or restrict processing of personal data in accordance with the law.
VIII. Children's Privacy
PinChat services are not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you discover that we have inadvertently collected a child's personal data, please notify us immediately, and we will take prompt measures to delete it.
IX. Cross-Border Data Transfer
As our servers and business operations may be located in different countries or regions, your personal data may be transferred outside of Taiwan (for example, to third-party cloud and analytics services we use). We carefully select our partners and evaluate them based on their publicly disclosed data protection measures.
X. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal, technological, or business development changes. For significant changes, we will post a notice on the PinChat website or application and update the date at the top of the policy. We recommend checking this policy regularly to stay informed.
XI. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us by email at service@funtek.co.
Additionally, if you believe that the way we process your personal data violates applicable data protection laws, you have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
XII. Additional Information
For more information about how we process your data, please refer to PinChat's data processing agreement and terms of service.
