This Privacy Policy explains how TCC Network ("TCC", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application, websites, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By creating an account or using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information we collect
We collect only the information needed to operate the Service securely.
Account information
- Username and password (passwords are stored only as a strong one-way hash — we never store them in plain text).
- Email address, and optionally phone number, country, and city that you choose to provide.
- The invitation (referral) code you used and the referral relationships you create.
Usage & mining data
- Mining activity, session timestamps, balance, and referral team statistics.
- Chat messages you send in public rooms or private conversations, and moderation actions (reports, blocks).
Device & technical data
- A device push token and device identifier used to deliver notifications.
- IP address, general request metadata, and basic diagnostic logs used for security and anti-abuse.
- Local storage / cookies used to keep you signed in and remember preferences.
Identity verification (KYC) data
If you choose to complete identity verification, we may process identity documents and related verification data. See Section 4 for how this is minimized, protected, and deleted.
2. How we use information
- Provide, maintain, and secure the Service, including accounts, mining, and referrals.
- Send you service notifications and reminders (for example, when a mining session ends).
- Enable community features such as chat, reporting, and blocking.
- Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, spam, and security incidents.
- Verify identity where you opt in to KYC.
- Communicate important updates and respond to your support requests.
- Improve the reliability, performance, and features of the Service.
We do not sell your personal information.
3. Push notifications
We deliver push notifications (such as mining-session reminders and important announcements) using standard mobile push infrastructure. To do this, we store a device push token linked to your account. You can disable notifications at any time in your device settings; doing so does not affect your ability to mine or use other features.
4. KYC & identity data
Protecting user privacy is one of our highest priorities, and identity verification is handled with data-minimization by design.
- Before KYC documents are submitted, sensitive information (such as ID numbers, home addresses, and other unnecessary personal details) is masked whenever possible. Only the minimum information required for identity verification is transmitted.
- KYC data is transmitted over encrypted connections and processed using industry-standard security practices.
- Once KYC is successfully completed, the original personal data is deleted. The system retains only a cryptographic digital signature — a one-way verification record that can confirm your KYC status but cannot be reversed to reconstruct your original personal information.
Additional details will be announced before KYC begins.
5. Legal basis & consent
Where applicable law requires a legal basis, we rely on your consent (which you may withdraw), the performance of our agreement with you (to provide the Service), our legitimate interests (security and improvement), and compliance with legal obligations.
6. Sharing & disclosure
We share information only in limited circumstances:
- Service providers that help us operate the Service (for example, cloud hosting, email delivery, and push-notification providers), bound by confidentiality and data-protection obligations.
- Legal requirements — when required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of users and the Service.
- Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or reorganization, subject to this Policy.
- Certain profile details (such as your username and public referral or chat activity) are visible to other users as part of normal community features.
7. Data retention
We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to provide the Service and for legitimate legal, security, and operational purposes. Original KYC documents are deleted after successful verification as described above. You may request deletion of your account data as described in Section 9.
8. Security
- Passwords are protected with strong one-way hashing.
- Data in transit is protected using encrypted connections (TLS/HTTPS).
- The TCC blockchain uses post-quantum cryptographic signatures (CRYSTALS-Dilithium / ML-DSA-65) designed to resist both classical and quantum attacks.
- Access to sensitive systems and data is restricted to authorized systems and personnel.
No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we work continuously to protect your information.
9. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, export, or delete your personal information, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to withdraw consent. You can update much of your profile directly in the app, and you may contact us to exercise other rights. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
10. Children
The Service is not directed to children under the age required by your local law (at minimum, under 13). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can remove it.
11. International transfers
TCC Network operates globally. Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. Where required, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards for such transfers.
12. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date above and, where appropriate, provide additional notice. Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
13. Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact the TCC Core Team at [email protected] or through our official support channels.