At Codewright Marketing Solutions Pvt Ltd, we are committed to ensuring compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA), the European Union’s regulation governing online platforms. This statement outlines how TickleByte adheres to the requirements of the DSA, ensuring transparency, accountability, and user safety.

By using TickleByte, you acknowledge and agree to this DSA Compliance Statement.

 

1. Scope of DSA Compliance

This statement applies to all users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and covers:

  • Content moderation and reporting mechanisms.
  • User rights regarding content decisions and transparency.
  • Data access and advertising transparency obligations.

 

2. Compliance as an Online Platform

Under the DSA, TickleByte is classified as an online platform, which means we:


✔ Provide access to curated joke content sourced from pre-existing joke datasets.
✔ Use automated and manual moderation to remove inappropriate jokes.
✔ Allow users to report content for review.
✔ Display advertisements through Google AdMob, ensuring ad transparency.

TickleByte does not host user-generated content or provide a social media-style interaction platform.

For full details, refer to our Privacy Policy at ticklebyte.app/privacy-policy and Responsible Content Policy at ticklebyte.app/responsible-content.

 

3. Content Moderation & User Reporting

TickleByte is committed to responsible content distribution. To ensure compliance with Article 16 of the DSA, we have implemented:

  • Automated Filters – To detect and block hate speech, explicit content, and offensive language.
  • Manual Content Review – If a joke is flagged multiple times, it undergoes human moderation.
  • User Reporting Mechanism – Users can report inappropriate jokes directly from the app.

3.1 How to Report Inappropriate Content

Users can:

  1. Tap the report icon next to a joke.
  2. Select a reason for the report (e.g., offensive, inappropriate, misleading).
  3. Our moderation team will review flagged content within 72 hours.

3.2 Consequences for Violating Content

  • If a joke violates our policies, it will be permanently removed.
  • Repeated violations may lead to stricter content filtering.
  • If a user abuses the reporting system, their reporting ability may be limited or revoked.

For details, refer to our Responsible Content Policy at ticklebyte.app/responsible-content.

4. Ad Transparency & User Data Use

In compliance with Article 26 of the DSA, we ensure:

  • Transparency in Digital Advertising – Ads are served via Google AdMob, and users can manage ad preferences.
  • No Hidden Tracking – We do not use hidden identifiers or undisclosed tracking mechanisms.
  • User Ad Control – Users can disable personalized ads in their Google/Apple ad settings.

For full details, refer to our Advertising & Monetization Policy at ticklebyte.app/ads-policy.

5. Data Access & Protection

Under Article 31 of the DSA, TickleByte:


✔ Implements strong data protection measures to prevent unauthorized access.
✔ Complies with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) to protect user privacy.
✔ Does not share user-identifiable data with third-party advertisers.

For full details, refer to our Security & Data Protection Policy at ticklebyte.app/security-policy.

 

6. User Rights Under the DSA

European users have the following rights:

6.1 Right to Appeal Content Decisions

If a user disagrees with a content removal decision, they can:

6.2 Right to Transparency in Algorithmic Decision-Making

TickleByte uses automated filtering for content moderation. Users can request an explanation of how:

  • Jokes are flagged for review.
  • Personalized ad recommendations are determined.

Users can email connect@cwmspvtltd.com to request further details.

6.3 Right to Data Portability & Deletion

Users can request:

  • A copy of their stored personal data.
  • Permanent deletion of their account and associated data.

To submit a request, visit ticklebyte.app/data-deletion.

7. Compliance with Law Enforcement & Regulatory Authorities

TickleByte cooperates with EU regulatory bodies and complies with law enforcement requests under the DSA.

  • Illegal content removal requests will be processed as per legal obligations.
  • Requests from government authorities must be submitted via legal channels.

For inquiries, email connect@cwmspvtltd.com.

8. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

  • This DSA Compliance Statement is governed by the laws of the European Union.
  • Disputes related to the DSA shall be resolved through arbitration or EU regulatory mechanisms.

For legal inquiries, contact connect@cwmspvtltd.com.

9. Changes to This DSA Compliance Statement

We may update this statement periodically to reflect new DSA regulations or internal policy changes.

  • Users will be notified of significant updates via in-app notifications.
  • The latest version will always be available at ticklebyte.app/dsa-compliance.

10. Contact Information

For privacy-related concerns or DSA compliance questions, contact:

By using TickleByte, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this DSA Compliance Statement.