Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 10, 2026

Qubittron Consulting Inc. ("Qubittron," "we," "us," or "our") operates the Orbuc global sentiment platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web and mobile applications.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly and information gathered automatically:

  • Account Information -- email address and username you provide during registration.
  • Voting Data -- the votes you cast on topics, including your selected position on a four-point scale.
  • Device Information -- device type, operating system, browser type, and app version to ensure compatibility and improve performance.
  • IP-Based Location -- approximate geographic location derived from your IP address to power regional sentiment breakdowns. We do not collect precise GPS coordinates.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the service -- authenticate your account, record your votes, and display results.
  • Analytics and improvement -- understand usage patterns, diagnose technical issues, and improve the platform experience.
  • AI content generation -- generate topic summaries, sentiment analysis, and content insights using aggregated, anonymized data.
  • Notifications -- send push notifications about new topics, voting reminders, and badge achievements when you opt in.

3. Anonymous Voting

Your votes are anonymous to other users. No other user can see how you voted on any topic. However, we do store vote records internally linked to your account for service operation, including preventing duplicate votes, computing badges and streaks, and generating aggregated analytics. We never publicly associate your identity with your individual votes.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only with the following service providers, strictly for operating the platform:

  • Supabase -- database hosting, authentication, and storage.
  • OpenAI -- AI-powered topic generation and sentiment summaries. Only aggregated, anonymized data is sent.
  • Firebase -- push notification delivery for mobile and web clients.
  • Parallel.ai -- web source enrichment for topics. Only topic titles and descriptions are sent to this service; no personal data is shared.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of Qubittron and its users.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will delete your personal data within 30 days. Aggregated, anonymized voting statistics may be retained indefinitely as they cannot be linked back to you.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data and request a copy.
  • Correct inaccurate information in your account.
  • Delete your account and associated personal data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@qubittron.com.

7. Canadian Privacy Rights (PIPEDA)

Qubittron Consulting Inc. complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Canada's federal privacy law governing how private-sector organizations collect, use, and disclose personal information in the course of commercial activities.

Under PIPEDA, you have the following rights:

  • We obtain meaningful consent before collecting, using, or disclosing your personal information.
  • You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us at info@qubittron.com.
  • We only collect personal information that is necessary for identified purposes as described in this Privacy Policy.
  • You may request access to your personal information and challenge its accuracy.

If you are not satisfied with how we handle your personal information, you have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. You can learn more at www.priv.gc.ca.

8. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be processed on servers located outside of Canada. In particular, our third-party service providers -- including Supabase and OpenAI -- may process data in the United States.

When your data is transferred internationally, we ensure adequate protection through contractual safeguards and by selecting service providers who maintain robust security practices and privacy commitments. We take reasonable steps to ensure that your personal information receives a level of protection comparable to that required under Canadian law.

9. Cookies

We use essential session cookies for authentication and maintaining your logged-in state. We do not use third-party advertising or tracking cookies. These session cookies are strictly necessary for the platform to function and cannot be disabled.

10. Children's Privacy

Orbuc is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at info@qubittron.com.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Province of Ontario, Canada.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

For complaints about our privacy practices, you may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.