Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Overview

This Privacy Policy sets out how KBANG MANAGEMENT LTD. ("the Company", "We", "Us", "Our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your Personal Data when you use our website http://www.k-bang.com and mobile application (the “Platform”). This policy is designed to align with industry standards and international privacy regulations, providing clear and comprehensive insights into how we process your information.

By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Platform, regardless of the category of service they engage with. This includes, but is not limited to, posting or browsing listings, participating in community discussions, sharing or accessing information, and using any current or future features of the Website or App.

The scope of this Policy covers all personal data collected and processed through the Platform as it continues to grow and expand into new categories and services.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

For clarity, words with an initial capital letter have specific meanings as defined below. These definitions apply equally whether the terms appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

• Account: a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service.
• Affiliate: an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party.
• Company: KBANG MANAGEMENT LTD., headquartered in British Columbia, Canada, and operating internationally.
• Cookies: small files placed on Your device containing details of Your browsing or usage history.
• Country: refers to Canada. This Policy is governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada. If you are located outside Canada, additional rights under your local laws (such as GDPR in the EU or CCPA in California) may also apply.
• Device: any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, cellphone, or tablet.
• Personal Data: any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
• Service: the Website and the mobile application (“App”), collectively referred to as the “Platform,” including any future features or services introduced by the Company.
• Service Provider: any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company.
• Third-Party Social Media Service: any social network or external service through which a User can log in or create an account to use the Platform.
• Usage Data: information collected automatically from your device or browser when interacting with the Service.
• Website: refers to Kbang, accessible from http://www.k-bang.com.
• You: the individual using the Service, or the company/legal entity on whose behalf the Service is being used.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Personal Data

• Email address, first and last name, phone number
• Address (state, province, postal code, city)
• Profile details (username, profile picture, bio)
• User-generated content (posts, comments, messages, listings)
• Communication preferences and notification settings
• Payment or billing information
• Usage Data

Usage Data

• IP address, browser type, browser version
• Pages visited, time/date of visit, time spent
• Device type, operating system, mobile identifiers
• Location (if enabled for local listings)
• Notification interactions
• Diagnostic and performance data

Expanded Personal Data Collection

• Information in posts, reviews, or community interactions
• Job postings or applications, real estate or goods listings
• Uploaded photos, videos, or files
• Location-based features if opted in
• Preferences for saved searches or content

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies (web beacons, tags, mobile identifiers) to monitor activity, improve user experience, and deliver personalized content.

• Essential Cookies: authentication, fraud prevention
• Notice Acceptance Cookies: track cookie preferences
• Functionality Cookies: remember login, language, notification settings
• Analytics & Performance: measure usage and improve features

Users can manage cookies via browser/app settings. Refusing cookies may limit functionality.

Push Notifications

Our Platform may send push notifications to your mobile device or in-app messages to provide updates, alerts, and promotional content. You can manage or disable push notifications at any time through your device or app settings. Promotional notifications will be sent only where legally permitted, and you will have the option to opt out.

Direct Marketing Communications

• Sent only where legally permitted and with your prior consent, if required (e.g., CASL, GDPR, CAN-SPAM).
• Opt out via “unsubscribe” links (email) or STOP replies (SMS). Standard message/data rates may apply for SMS.
• Service communications (e.g., security alerts) may still be sent even if you opt out of marketing.

Use of Your Personal Data

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Manage accounts and user registrations
• Fulfill contracts, premium services, or ads
• Contact You via email, phone, SMS, in-app, or push notifications
• Provide news, promotions, targeted ads (with opt-out where required)
• Facilitate community interactions
• Personalize your experience
• Manage support requests and conduct analytics
• Support business transfers (mergers, acquisitions)

Sharing of Data

• Service Providers (payments, hosting, notifications)
• Affiliates (bound by this Privacy Policy)
• Business Partners (promotions, joint features)
• Analytics/Advertising Providers (performance, targeting, with opt-out rights where required)
• Other Users (when you post publicly)
• Business Transfers (if assets are sold)
• With Consent (for additional purposes)

Retention of Your Personal Data

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary for legal compliance, service delivery, or business needs. Deleted data may persist in backups temporarily but will not be used for operations.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Data may be processed in Canada or abroad. By using the Platform, you consent to international transfers. We ensure adequate safeguards (contractual clauses, processing agreements, recognized frameworks) for cross-border transfers. Users may request details of these safeguards.

Delete Your Personal Data

You may delete or request deletion of your Personal Data. Account tools allow updates and deletion. Legal obligations may require retention. Community content may remain visible if interacted with by others. Deleted data may persist in secure backups temporarily. Users may also request data portability or object to processing.

Enhanced Security Measures

• Encryption in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authorized personnel only
• Security audits, training, and incident response
• Vendor due diligence and data minimization

Despite safeguards, no method is 100% secure. We disclaim liability for breaches beyond our reasonable control.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

• Business Transactions (mergers, acquisitions, asset sales)
• Law Enforcement (when required by law or valid request)
• Protection of Rights and Safety
• Other Legal Requirements
• Third-Party Providers under contracts requiring protection

Legal Compliance and Rights

Additional Rights (subject to jurisdiction)

• Access and copy of your data
• Rectification and erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

Transparency in Data Sharing

• Real-time access to data via account dashboard
• Third-party categories: hosting, analytics, payments, marketing (all contractually bound)
• Opt-out options for targeted advertising, where required

Links to Other Websites

Our Platform may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their policies or practices. Please review third-party privacy policies carefully.

Updates and Modifications

This Privacy Policy is reviewed at least annually, or more frequently as required by legal/operational changes. If material changes affect your rights, we will provide advance notice and, where required, obtain your consent.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Notice will be given via the Website, updated “Last Updated” date, and email or push notification (where appropriate).

Contact Us

• Email: office@k-bang.com
• Mail: KBANG MANAGEMENT LTD., 201-2849 North Road, Burnaby, BC, V3J 1R6, Canada
• In-App Support: available through the help center