# JoinToScale Privacy Policy
*Effective Date:* October 13, 2026
*Last Updated:* October 13, 2026
*Application Name:* JoinToScale (JTS)
*Owned and Operated By:* REBERUS LLC
*Location:* Houston, Texas, United States
*Website:* https://jointoscale.com
*Platform:* https://app.jointoscale.com
*Privacy Contact:* [Official Privacy Email Address]
## 1. Introduction
Welcome to JoinToScale.
JoinToScale is a business networking, referral marketing, affiliate management, and business growth platform owned and operated by REBERUS LLC.
We are committed to respecting the privacy of our users and protecting their personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how REBERUS LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, discloses, and protects information when individuals access or use the JoinToScale mobile application, website, and related services.
By using JoinToScale, users acknowledge this Privacy Policy. Where required by applicable law, we will obtain consent before processing personal information.
## 2. Information We Collect
Depending on the services and features used, we may collect the following categories of information.
### A. Personal Information
- First and last name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- City, state, and country
- Profile photograph, if provided
- Preferred language
- Account and authentication information
### B. Business and Professional Information
- Business name
- Industry or business category
- Business description
- Business website
- Professional contact information
- Products and services offered
- Business networking chapter membership
- Event participation and business connections
### C. Affiliate and Referral Information
- Affiliate account identifiers
- Referral links and tracking codes
- Referral activity
- Attributed conversions and transactions
- Commission records
- Reward balances and payment history, where applicable
### D. Technical and Usage Information
Depending on the application's configuration, we may collect:
- IP addresses
- Device type and operating system
- Application version
- Technical identifiers
- Application usage information
- Error reports and diagnostic data
- Security and authentication logs
### E. Payment Information
When users purchase memberships or paid services, payments may be processed by authorized third-party payment providers, such as Stripe or PayPal, where enabled.
REBERUS LLC may maintain transaction identifiers, payment amounts, subscription status, and relevant billing records.
Complete payment card details are handled by the applicable payment processor rather than stored directly by JoinToScale.
## 3. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
1. Create and manage user accounts.
2. Authenticate users and maintain platform security.
3. Facilitate professional and business networking.
4. Manage business profiles and networking chapters.
5. Support business referrals and affiliate programs.
6. Track eligible transactions and commissions.
7. Process memberships, subscriptions, and payments.
8. Provide business growth tools and personalized recommendations.
9. Communicate important service information.
10. Provide technical support.
11. Improve platform performance and functionality.
12. Prevent fraud, misuse, and unauthorized activity.
13. Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
Optional promotional communications will be managed according to user preferences and applicable law.
## 4. Artificial Intelligence Features
JoinToScale may provide artificial intelligence-powered services, including JTS Growth AI, to assist users with business development and commercial growth strategies.
These features may process information voluntarily submitted by users, including business descriptions, industries, business objectives, and growth preferences.
When third-party AI service providers are used, relevant information may be transmitted to those providers to generate requested responses.
We will provide any additional disclosures or obtain consent where required.
AI-generated recommendations are informational and do not guarantee financial, commercial, or business results.
## 5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
REBERUS LLC may share information with third parties when reasonably necessary to operate JoinToScale, including:
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
- Authentication and database service providers
- Payment processors
- Email and notification service providers
- Artificial intelligence service providers
- Analytics and application performance providers, where enabled
- Participating businesses and authorized platform users when required for networking or referral functionality
- Legal authorities when disclosure is required by law
Business profile information may be visible to other users depending on the features and privacy settings of the platform.
We do not sell personal information to data brokers.
We do not disclose personal information for unrelated third-party marketing without the appropriate legal basis or authorization.
## 6. Mobile Application Permissions
Depending on the features implemented, JoinToScale may request access to certain device functions.
*Camera:* To capture profile images or scan QR codes when these features are available.
*Photos and Media:* To allow users to select and upload profile photographs, business logos, or other relevant images.
*Notifications:* To deliver account alerts, business networking updates, event notifications, or other service-related communications.
*Location:* If location-based features are enabled, location information may be used to identify relevant local businesses, networking chapters, or nearby services.
Permissions will be requested through the device operating system when necessary.
Users can manage applicable permissions through their device settings.
If precise or background location tracking is introduced, additional disclosures and permissions will be provided as required.
## 7. Data Security
REBERUS LLC is committed to implementing reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information.
Depending on the deployed infrastructure, these safeguards may include:
- Encrypted HTTPS/TLS communications
- Secure authentication mechanisms
- Access controls and user permissions
- Protected credential storage
- Security monitoring
- System updates and vulnerability management
- Restricted administrative access
Although we take reasonable steps to protect information, no internet-based system or electronic storage method can guarantee absolute security.
## 8. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, maintain business records, fulfill contractual obligations, prevent fraud, and comply with applicable laws.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purposes for which it was collected.
When personal information is no longer necessary, it will be deleted, anonymized, or otherwise handled in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
## 9. Account and Data Deletion
JoinToScale users may request deletion of their accounts and associated personal information.
Account deletion requests may be submitted through the application or through our designated online account deletion page.
*Account Deletion URL:*
https://jointoscale.com/delete-account
This URL will become available once the account deletion page has been implemented.
Users may also contact REBERUS LLC using the privacy email address listed below.
We may verify the identity of the requesting user before processing a deletion request.
Following a valid request, personal information will be deleted or anonymized unless retention is necessary to comply with applicable legal obligations, prevent fraud, resolve disputes, or maintain legally required financial records.
## 10. User Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable privacy laws, users may have the right to:
- Request access to personal information.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of personal information.
- Obtain information about certain disclosures of their data.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Exercise other rights provided by applicable privacy legislation.
Users may submit privacy-related requests using the contact information provided in this Policy.
We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
## 11. Third-Party Services
JoinToScale may integrate third-party software, hosting providers, payment processors, communication services, analytics tools, and artificial intelligence technologies.
These services may process limited personal information as necessary to perform their functions.
Third-party providers are subject to their own privacy policies and applicable contractual obligations.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party services when applicable.
## 12. Children's Privacy
JoinToScale is intended for business professionals, entrepreneurs, and adult users.
Our services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a minor without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.
## 13. International Data Processing
JoinToScale may use technology providers that process or store information outside the user's country of residence.
Where required, REBERUS LLC will implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers of personal information.
## 14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
REBERUS LLC may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, technologies, business practices, or legal obligations.
Updates will be published on our official website or within the JoinToScale application.
The effective date will be revised when changes are made.
Where required by law, we will provide additional notice or obtain consent before implementing material changes.
## 15. Contact Information
For questions, privacy concerns, or requests regarding personal information, please contact:
*REBERUS LLC*
Operator of JoinToScale
Houston, Texas, United States
*Website:* https://jointoscale.com
*Email:* [Official Privacy Email Address]
*© 2026 REBERUS LLC — JoinToScale. All rights reserved.*
