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Privacy Statement

Version 1.0 · Effective date: 4 May 2026 · Quilmes B.V.
Table of Contents
1.Introduction and Scope2.Data Controller3.Technical Architecture4.What Data We Process and Why5.Best Efforts Obligation and Security6.Sub-processors7.Retention Periods8.Your Rights9.Cookies10.Amendments11.Complaints12.Governing Law

1.Introduction and Scope

thizme, part of Quilmes B.V., attaches great importance to protecting personal data. This privacy statement describes how we process data, our technical architecture, and your rights.

thizme processes personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR, Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and all other applicable European and Dutch data protection legislation.

2.Data Controller

The data controller within the meaning of the GDPR is Quilmes B.V., trading under the name thizme. Contact for privacy queries: privacy@thizme.com

3.Technical Architecture

Cloud-based infrastructure

thizme exclusively uses modern, cloud-based infrastructure from recognised and certified providers. No personal data is stored locally on thizme's or its employees' equipment. All storage takes place on secured, external cloud servers.

Privacy by Design

The platform is built in accordance with Privacy by Design and Privacy by Default (Article 25 GDPR): only the data strictly necessary for each purpose is processed by default.

Encryption

All personal data is encrypted in transit using TLS 1.2 or higher. Data at rest is encrypted at the cloud providers. Encryption is a default, not an option.

thizme does not store personal data in local files, local databases or on employee devices. The user's browser stores only technical preferences (language, theme) via localStorage — these are not personal data.

4.What Data We Process and Why

Account data

When creating an account we process: name, email address, language preference, package type, date/time of creation. Legal basis: performance of the agreement (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR).

Story content

The content of conversations with Izme, and texts, photos and audio recordings you upload. Legal basis: performance of the agreement. Where you submit data about third parties, thizme acts as a technical conduit only. Responsibility for such data rests with you as the user.

Payment data

Payments are handled by external, certified payment service providers (such as Stripe). thizme does not have access to full payment card details and processes only a payment confirmation.

Technical usage data

  • IP address (anonymised after processing)
  • Browser type and version
  • Session ID and login timestamps
  • Platform interactions for error detection and security monitoring

Analytical data

Google Analytics with IP anonymisation, without cross-site tracking. Legal basis: legitimate interest.

5.Best Efforts Obligation and Security

thizme accepts a best efforts obligation, not a guarantee of result, with respect to data security. We commit to implementing all reasonably practicable technical and organisational measures in accordance with Article 32 GDPR.

thizme is not liable for damage resulting from a security incident where we have complied with our best efforts obligation, including damage caused by:

  • Cyber attacks or malicious acts by third parties, provided reasonable preventive measures were taken
  • Vulnerabilities in third-party software or cloud providers, provided reasonable measures were taken in their selection
  • Force majeure or acts of the user (weak passwords, unsecured networks)
  • Technical failures at certified cloud providers

To the maximum extent permitted by law, thizme's liability is limited to the amount paid by you for the relevant package.

6.Sub-processors

thizme uses the following categories of sub-processors, with each of whom a data processing agreement has been concluded:

  • Cloud infrastructure and database: Supabase (based on Amazon Web Services)
  • Artificial Intelligence: Anthropic, PBC (technology underlying Izme)
  • Payment services: Stripe, Inc.
  • Analytical services: Google Analytics (Google LLC)
  • Email infrastructure for transactional communications

Sub-processors outside the EEA are only engaged on the basis of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or an equivalent mechanism.

7.Retention Periods

  • Account data: maximum 2 years after termination of the agreement
  • Story content: maximum 12 months after deletion by the user
  • Payment data: 7 years (statutory accounting retention)
  • Technical log data: maximum 90 days
  • Analytical data: maximum 14 months

8.Your Rights

  • Right of access (Article 15 GDPR)
  • Right to rectification (Article 16 GDPR)
  • Right to erasure / right to be forgotten (Article 17 GDPR)
  • Right to restriction of processing (Article 18 GDPR)
  • Right to data portability (Article 20 GDPR)
  • Right to object (Article 21 GDPR)

Submit requests to privacy@thizme.com. thizme responds within 30 days.

9.Cookies

thizme uses functional cookies (necessary for the platform to work) and analytical cookies (Google Analytics, anonymised). thizme does not use tracking or profiling cookies for commercial purposes.

On your first visit we request consent for analytical cookies. You may also choose functional cookies only. Your preference is stored in your browser.

10.Amendments

thizme reserves the right to amend this privacy statement. Amendments are published at thizme.com/privacy and take effect 30 days after publication. For material changes, we will notify you actively via the platform or by email.

11.Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (www.autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl). We encourage you to contact privacy@thizme.com in the first instance.

12.Governing Law

This privacy statement is exclusively governed by Dutch law. Disputes will be submitted to the competent court in the district where Quilmes B.V. has its registered office.

Contact

For questions about this document:

thizme — part of Quilmes B.V.

Email: privacy@thizme.com

Website: thizme.com

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