Privacy policies

Effective from November 26, 2025

The present Privacy Policy describes how Underground Network, digital platform operated by Le Magazine Hip-Hop inc., collects, uses, protects and processes users' personal information in accordance with applicable laws and the requirements of third-party services, including Google services.

1. Data Controller

The platform Underground Network is operated by:

Le Magazine Hip-Hop inc.
Company legally incorporated in Quebec (Canada)

Le Magazine Hip-Hop inc. acts as the data controller for personal information collected through the platform Underground Network.

2. Personal information collected

Depending on how the platform is used, the following information may be collected:

First and last name
Email address
Login information (username, encrypted password)
Profile picture (optional)
Information voluntarily provided in the user profile
Technical data (IP address, browser type, device used)

When a connection via a third-party service is used (e.g., Google), only the strictly necessary information is collected.

3. Login via Google (OAuth)

When the user chooses to sign in using Google, Underground Network may access the following information, depending on the permissions granted:

Email address
Display name
Google Unique Identifier

This data is used uniquely For :

Authenticate the user
Create or link a user account
Ensure the secure operation of the platform

No Google data is sold, rented, or used for advertising purposes.

The use of data is in accordance with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including usage limitation requirements.

4. Use of information

The information collected is used for:

Create and manage user accounts
Provide access to the platform's functionalities
Ensuring safety and preventing abuse
Communicating with users (notifications, support, important information)
Improve services and user experience

5. Information Sharing

Personal information is not never sold.

They can only be shared with:

Essential technical providers (hosting, email services, authentication services)
When required by law or a competent authority

All technical partners are required to comply with confidentiality obligations.

6. Data retention

The information is retained:

As long as the user account is active
Or according to applicable legal obligations

The user may request the deletion of their account and data, subject to legal retention obligations.

7. Data Security

Le Magazine Hip-Hop inc. implements reasonable security measures to protect personal information, including:

Encryption of sensitive data
Restricted access to information
Protection measures against unauthorized access

8. User Rights

In accordance with applicable laws, users have the following rights:

Access to their personal information
Correction of inaccurate information
Deletion of their account
Withdrawal of consent, where applicable

All requests can be sent via the contact details provided on the platform.

9. Cookies

Underground Network uses cookies necessary for the operation of the platform and for user authentication.

For more information, please consult the Cookie Policy.

10. Policy changes

This policy may be updated at any time to reflect legal, technical or operational changes.

The update date will be changed accordingly.

11. Contact

For any questions relating to this Privacy Policy or for privacy protection, please contact the team at Underground Network through the contact methods available on the platform.