Privacy Policy

RisingStreams (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is a discovery and ranking platform for live creators. We aggregate publicly available data from platforms such as Twitch and allow users to connect accounts (e.g., Google or Twitch) to enhance their experience.

Information We Collect

1. Public Creator Data

• Channel name, handle, and platform identifiers
• Profile image and public metadata
• Live stream category, title, and activity
• Public performance metrics (e.g., concurrent viewers)

2. Account & Authentication Data

• Email address and profile information (if you sign in)
• Account identifiers from third-party providers (e.g., Google, Twitch)

3. Usage & Analytics Data

• Pages visited and interactions
• Device, browser, and approximate location (city/region)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Information

• To compute rankings (e.g., Consistency, Rising, Underrated)
• To display creator profiles, leaderboards, and analytics
• To operate, maintain, and improve the platform
• To prevent abuse and ensure platform integrity

Third-Party Authentication (Google & Twitch)

RisingStreams allows users to connect their accounts through third-party authentication providers such as Google and Twitch.

When you connect your account, we may receive limited information such as your email address, profile name, and account identifiers.

For YouTube integration, we use the YouTube Data API to retrieve channel information for the purpose of verifying ownership and displaying creator data on RisingStreams.

We only request access to data necessary to provide these features and do not access or store any data beyond what is required.

RisingStreams does not use Google user data for advertising, marketing, or resale.

Users may revoke access to their Google or Twitch account at any time through their account settings on those platforms.

Data Security

We take the security of user data seriously and implement industry-standard safeguards to protect it.

• All data is transmitted securely over HTTPS (TLS encryption)
• Sensitive data, including OAuth tokens, is stored securely and protected against unauthorized access
• Access to user data is restricted to authorized systems and personnel only
• We follow the principle of least privilege in handling data

While no system is completely secure, we continuously review and improve our security practices.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, measure performance, and understand usage. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Sharing of Information

We may share information with trusted service providers (such as hosting, analytics, and infrastructure providers) that help us operate the platform. These providers are required to process data securely and only on our behalf.

We may also disclose information if required to comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights and users.

Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary to operate the service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy.

• Public creator data may be retained to maintain rankings and historical performance
• User-linked data is retained only while accounts are connected
• Data may be deleted, anonymized, or aggregated over time

Your Choices

• Account disconnection: You may disconnect your Google or Twitch account at any time
• Removal requests: Creators may request removal or correction of their channel data
• Cookies: You may disable cookies through your browser settings

Children’s Privacy

RisingStreams is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us and we will take appropriate action.

International Users

If you access the site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and update the “Last updated” date.

Contact

contact@risingstreams.com