Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 17, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Auto Publish ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our TikTok video publishing platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

2.1 Information from TikTok

When you connect your TikTok account through OAuth 2.0, we receive:

• Your TikTok user ID and display name
• Profile information (avatar, bio, verification status)
• Account statistics (follower count, following count, likes count, video count)
• Your video list and associated metadata
• OAuth access tokens (stored securely and encrypted)

2.2 Technical Information

• IP address and browser information
• Session data and cookies
• Upload timestamps and file metadata

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Authenticate your identity and maintain your session
• Upload videos to your TikTok account on your behalf
• Display your account statistics and video analytics
• Improve our service and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• OAuth tokens are stored encrypted and never shared with third parties
• All connections use HTTPS/SSL encryption
• Access tokens are automatically refreshed and expired tokens are deleted
• Video files are temporarily stored only during the upload process and are immediately deleted afterward
• We do not store your TikTok password

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With TikTok: We use the official TikTok API to upload videos and retrieve account information as authorized by you
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: You can view your connected TikTok account information at any time
• Disconnect: You can revoke our access to your TikTok account by logging out
• Delete: You can request deletion of your data by contacting us
• Revoke Permissions: You can revoke app permissions in your TikTok account settings

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and authentication state. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics services.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with TikTok through their official API. TikTok's use of your information is governed by their own Privacy Policy, which can be found at https://www.tiktok.com/legal/privacy-policy

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services. OAuth tokens are retained until you log out or revoke access. Video files are deleted immediately after upload. You can request deletion of all your data at any time.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: Contact Form
Website: https://www.auto-publish.com

14. Compliance

We comply with applicable data protection laws including GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act). Users in these jurisdictions have additional rights as provided by these regulations.