Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

TipTree.io, LLC (“TipTree,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates https://tiptree.io
(the “Website” and “Platform”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information for Artists and Fans who use TipTree.

By using TipTree, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Who We Are

Website: https://tiptree.io

Company: TipTree.io, LLC
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Contact: info@tiptree.io

What Personal Data We Collect & Why
Account Information

When you create an account (Artist or Fan), we may collect:

Name

Email address

Account preferences

Login credentials (stored securely)

This data is required to operate the Platform, process transactions, and provide support.

Payments & Financial Data

All payments are processed by Stripe.

TipTree does not store full credit card numbers. Stripe may collect:

Payment method details

Billing information

Transaction metadata

This data is governed by Stripe’s privacy and security policies.

Fan Interactions

When Fans submit:

Tips

Song requests

Messages

Subscriptions

Contact information (email/SMS opt-in)

That data is shared with the Artist, who controls and owns their fan list.

Comments (If Enabled)

When visitors leave comments:

We collect the data shown in the comment form

IP address and browser user agent (for spam detection)

An anonymized hash of your email may be shared with Gravatar.
Gravatar’s privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/

Media Uploads

If you upload images:

Avoid embedded location data (EXIF GPS)

Media may be publicly accessible depending on account settings

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

Maintain login sessions

Save user preferences

Improve site performance

Cookies may include:

Login cookies

Preference cookies

Session cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Embedded Content

Pages may include embedded content (videos, images, social media, etc.).

Embedded content behaves as if you visited the third-party site directly and may:

Collect data

Use cookies

Track interactions

TipTree does not control these third-party services.

Analytics

We may use analytics tools to understand:

Platform usage

Feature performance

Traffic trends

Analytics data is used in aggregate and does not personally identify users.

Who We Share Your Data With

We may share data with:

Stripe (payment processing)

Spam detection services

Service providers that support hosting, security, or analytics

We do not sell personal data.

Fan contact data belongs to the Artist, not TipTree.

Data Retention

Account data is retained while your account is active

Comments (if enabled) may be retained indefinitely

Financial records are retained as required by law

Artists may export or delete fan data

Your Rights Over Your Data

You may:

Request a copy of your personal data

Request correction or deletion of your data

Delete your account at any time

Some data may be retained for:

Legal compliance

Fraud prevention

Security purposes

Requests can be sent to: info@tiptree.io

Where Your Data Is Sent

Payment data → Stripe

Comments → automated spam detection services

Platform data → secure hosting providers

All reasonable safeguards are used to protect your information.

Communications

We may send:

Transactional emails

Account notifications

Optional marketing communications

You can manage notification preferences in your account settings.

How We Protect Your Data

We use:

Secure servers

Encryption where appropriate

Access controls

Trusted third-party providers

No system is 100% secure, but we follow industry best practices.

Data Breach Procedures

In the event of a data breach:

We will investigate promptly

Notify affected users when legally required

Work with providers to mitigate impact

Automated Decision Making

TipTree does not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on users.

Geographic Scope

TipTree is intended for users in the United States.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of TipTree constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

Questions about privacy or data handling may be sent to:
info@tiptree.io