Privacy Policy
Last Revised: April 10, 2026
Privacy Basics
Learn how we protect your data across Reels and Blogs.
Account Controls
Manage your visibility and data sharing settings easily.
1. Information We Collect
When you use Zimbuck, we collect information that helps us provide a high-quality experience. This includes:
A. Information You Provide Directly
Account Info: When you register, we collect your name, email, phone number, and date of birth to verify you meeting our age requirements.
User Content: We store the Reels, Videos, and Blogs you upload, including the captions, hashtags, and metadata (like location and capture date).
Communications: Any messages you send through our platform or customer support inquiries are stored to help resolve issues.
B. Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data: We track which Reels you watch, how long you watch them, and which Blogs you read to personalize your feed.
Device Info: We collect your IP address, device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers to ensure platform security.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data primarily to enhance your creative journey on Zimbuck:
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Personalizing your "For You" feed with relevant contentWe use your interaction history, such as the Reels you've liked and the Blogs you've read, to recommend content that matches your interests. This ensures you always see fresh and engaging media from your favorite creators.
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Verifying your identity to prevent fraudTo protect the community, we use your account information to verify that you are a real person. This helps us prevent fake accounts, bot activity, and identity theft on the platform.
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Communicating platform updates and security alertsWe send important notifications regarding changes to our terms, new feature announcements, and security alerts (like unrecognized logins) to keep your account safe and updated.
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Measuring the performance of Reels and BlogsCreators receive insights into how their content is performing. We provide data on view counts, dwell time, and engagement rates while maintaining the privacy of individual viewers.
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Developing new features for creatorsWe analyze aggregated, non-identifiable data to understand how people use Zimbuck. This helps us build better creative tools, filters, and editing features for our users.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We only share info under these conditions:
With Your Consent: When you choose to share your content to external social media apps.
Service Providers: We work with trusted partners for cloud storage, video processing, and analytics who must follow our privacy standards.
Legal Obligations: We may disclose info if required by law to protect users from harm or respond to valid legal requests.
Safety Center
Building a secure space for everyone.
Our Approach to Safety
Zimbuck uses a combination of advanced AI technology and human expertise to keep our community safe. We focus on prevention, detection, and fast response.
Reporting Violations
If you see content that doesn't belong on Zimbuck, tell us immediately. You can report Reels, Blogs, comments, or entire profiles.
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How to report a ReelLong-press on the center of the Reel screen and tap the "Report" button with the flag icon. Select the reason that best describes the violation.
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Blocking and Muting accountsGo to any profile, tap the three dots menu, and select "Block". This will prevent them from seeing your content or messaging you entirely.
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Removing offensive commentsYou can swipe left on any comment on your post to delete it. You can also set up a keyword filter in settings to hide offensive words automatically.
Protecting Your Account
Stay in control of who can interact with you:
- Two-Factor Authentication: Recommended for all creators.
- Block & Mute: Instantly cut off contact with anyone making you uncomfortable.
- Private Profile: Choose who can see your Reels and Blogs.
Community Guidelines
Respect, Creativity, and Inclusion.
1. Content Standards
To keep Zimbuck positive, we prohibit content that includes:
- Harassment & Bullying: We have zero tolerance for targeted abuse.
- Hate Speech: No content that attacks groups based on race, religion, or identity.
- Graphic Content: No depictions of real-world violence or self-harm.
- Copyright Infringement: Only upload what you created or have the right to use.
2. Platform Engagement
Users must interact authentically. We do not allow:
- Spam or deceptive marketing.
- Buying or selling followers/likes.
- Impersonating famous creators or public figures.
3. Enforcement Policy
We use a 'Strike' system for violations. Minor offenses result in warnings, while severe or repeat violations lead to permanent bans. You can always appeal our decisions through the dashboard.
Transparency Center
Openness about how Zimbuck works.
How Algorithms Rank Your Content
We want you to understand how our recommendation engine works for Reels and Blogs.
Key Signal Categories:
1. User Interest: Content similar to what you’ve engaged with in the past.
2. Information Quality: Accuracy of the content and creator reputation.
3. Freshness: New uploads are prioritized to keep your feed exciting.
Moderation Data
We regularly publish reports showing:
- Total content removed by category.
- AI vs. Human detection rates.
- Response times for user reports.
Data Requests
Information on legal requests for user data.
Legal Guidelines
We only provide user data to law enforcement when presented with valid legal process (like a subpoena or warrant). We notify users of requests unless prohibited by law.
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