GDPR, UK GDPR, and U.S. Compliance Version

Last updated: 12/24/2025

1. Who We Are

Trans Alliance Network (TAN) operates a global, verified community for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people.

For the purposes of data protection laws, TAN is the Data Controller of your personal information.

2. Our Privacy Principles

We are committed to:

• Collecting only what we need
• Using data lawfully, fairly, and transparently
• Prioritizing member safety and dignity
• Never selling personal data
• Giving members meaningful control over their information

3. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Directly

• Name or chosen display name
• Email address
• Pronouns (optional)
• Profile details you choose to share
• Membership tier and subscription status

Payment information is processed securely by third-party payment providers. TAN does not store full payment card details.

b. Verification Information

To maintain a safe and verified community, we may collect limited verification data.

This information:

• Is used only to verify eligibility
• Is accessible only to authorized staff
• Is never displayed publicly
• Is retained only as long as necessary for safety and compliance

c. Automatically Collected Data

We may collect limited technical data such as:

• IP address
• Device and browser type
• Login timestamps and activity logs

This data is used for security, fraud prevention, and platform functionality.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR & UK GDPR)

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – where you explicitly opt in (e.g., newsletters, optional profile fields)
• Contract – to provide your membership and paid services
• Legitimate Interests – to operate a safe, secure, and functional community
• Legal Obligation – to meet financial, regulatory, or law enforcement requirements
• You may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the lawful basis.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Operate and manage the TAN community
• Verify members and uphold safety standards
• Communicate essential updates, events, and services
• Provide member support
• Analyze community engagement in aggregated, non-identifiable ways

We do not use personal data for targeted advertising.

6. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent personal data.

• We may share limited data only:
• With trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, payment processing, community software)
• Where legally required
• To protect the safety, rights, or well-being of members or the community

All processors are required to follow appropriate data protection and security standards.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global community, your data may be processed outside your country of residence.

Where data is transferred outside the EU or UK, we rely on:

• Adequacy decisions, or
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), or
• Other lawful safeguards recognized under GDPR and UK GDPR

8. Your Rights

GDPR & UK GDPR Rights

If you are in the EU or UK, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority

U.S. Privacy Rights

Depending on your state (e.g., California, Colorado, Virginia), you may have the right to:

• Know what personal data we collect and why
• Request access or deletion
• Opt out of certain data processing
• TAN does not sell personal data under U.S. privacy laws
• TAN does not store any data with in the U.S.

9. Community Visibility & Identity Protection

• You control what appears on your profile
• Display names are permitted and encouraged
• Sensitive identity information is never required publicly
• Private groups and tier-based spaces are access-restricted

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide services
• Maintain safety and moderation records
• Meet legal and financial obligations

You may request account deletion at any time, subject to legal or safety constraints.

11. Security Safeguards

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Access controls
• Secure platforms and vendors
• Internal data-handling protocols

No system is entirely risk-free, but we take data protection seriously and act promptly on security concerns.

12. Children’s Privacy

TAN is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated through the platform or email.

14. Contact & Requests

For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact:

Trans Alliance Network (TAN)
Email: info@transalliance.network

Plain-Language Summary

• Your data belongs to you
• We collect as little as possible
• We never sell your information
• Safety and dignity come first