Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 24, 2026

At TOCTalk, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By using TOCTalk, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Key Points: TOCTalk is an advertising-supported social platform. We collect and use your data to provide services, personalize your experience, and serve targeted advertisements. We share data with advertising partners and third-party service providers.

Table of Contents

  1. Information We Collect
  2. How We Use Your Information
  3. How We Share Your Information
  4. Advertising and Marketing
  5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
  6. Location Data
  7. Data Retention
  8. Your Privacy Rights
  9. Data Security
  10. Children's Privacy
  11. International Data Transfers
  12. Changes to This Policy
  13. Contact Us

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our Service.

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you use TOCTalk, you voluntarily provide us with information, including:

Account Registration Information:

Profile Information:

User-Generated Content:

Communications:

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access or use the Service, we automatically collect certain information:

Device Information:

Usage Data:

Location Information:

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from other sources, including:

Business Partners and Advertisers:

Data Brokers and Analytics Providers:

Other Users:

Workplace Administrators:

1.4 Inferred Information

We create inferences and profiles based on your activity, including:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for various purposes:

2.1 Providing and Operating the Service

2.2 Personalizing Your Experience

2.3 Advertising and Marketing

2.4 Analytics and Research

2.5 Improving and Developing the Service

2.6 Safety, Security, and Compliance

2.7 Communication

3. How We Share Your Information

We share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Within Your Workplace Community

Content you post (including posts, comments, photos, profile information, and marketplace listings) is visible to other members of your workplace community. We do not share your content with users outside your designated workplace without your consent.

3.2 With Service Providers and Business Partners

We share information with third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf:

Infrastructure and Hosting:

Analytics and Measurement:

Customer Support:

Communication Services:

3.3 With Advertising Partners

We share information with advertising networks and partners to deliver targeted ads. This includes:

Advertising partners may combine our data with their own data to improve targeting and measurement. These partners are subject to their own privacy policies.

3.4 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

3.5 Business Transfers

If TOCTalk is involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets, bankruptcy, or similar transaction, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice on the Service of any such change in ownership.

3.6 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent or at your direction.

3.7 Aggregated and De-Identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you for research, marketing, analytics, or other purposes. This data is not subject to the restrictions in this Privacy Policy.

4. Advertising and Marketing

4.1 How Advertising Works on TOCTalk

TOCTalk is a free, ad-supported platform. We show you advertisements to help pay for the Service. These ads are tailored to you based on information we collect and inferences we make about your interests, behavior, and characteristics.

4.2 Types of Ads

4.3 Ad Targeting

We use various signals to determine which ads to show you:

4.4 Third-Party Advertising Technologies

Advertising partners use cookies, pixels, SDKs, and similar technologies to:

4.5 Your Ad Choices

While you cannot completely disable ads (as they support our free Service), you have some choices:

In-App Controls:

Device-Level Controls:

Industry Opt-Outs:

Note: Opting out of personalized ads means you'll still see the same number of ads, but they may be less relevant to you. These opt-outs may not work if you clear cookies or use different devices.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our partners use cookies, web beacons, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies to collect information and provide functionality. See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

5.1 Types of Technologies

5.2 Purposes

6. Location Data and Geofencing

6.1 Why We Collect Location Data

TOCTalk uses location data primarily to verify that you are at your workplace when accessing the app. This geofencing feature ensures that only authorized employees can access your workplace community.

6.2 Types of Location Data

6.3 How We Use Location Data

6.4 Controlling Location Access

You can manage location permissions in your device settings. However, disabling location may limit your ability to access certain features or the Service entirely.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

7.1 Active Accounts

7.2 Deleted Accounts

7.3 Specific Retention Periods

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 General Rights

8.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

California Notice: We may "sell" or "share" your information as defined by California law for advertising purposes. You can opt out by contacting us at privacy@toctalk.app or using the "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" link in the app.

8.3 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you're in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

8.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

We will respond to your request within 30 days (45 days for CCPA requests). We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

10. Children's Privacy

TOCTalk is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 18, please contact us at privacy@toctalk.app.

11. International Data Transfers

TOCTalk is based in the United States. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where we or our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your country.

When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, including:

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of the revised Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, you must stop using the Service and delete your account.

13. Contact Us

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

Summary: TOCTalk collects and uses your data to provide services and show you targeted ads. We share data with advertising partners and service providers. You have rights to access, delete, and control your data. For full details, read this entire Privacy Policy.

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