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Pinpoint Privacy Policy

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Pinpoint ("we," "our," or "us"), a travel blogging platform with an interactive 3D globe interface. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, username, and password.

  • Profile Information: Information you provide in your user profile, such as biography, website, and profile picture.

  • Content: The photos, videos, comments, likes, and other content you post on the Service.

  • Location Data: Geographic location information embedded in the photos and videos you upload, which is a core feature of our Service for verifying authentic travel experiences.

  • Social Connections: Information about your social connections on the Service, including followers and people you follow.

  • Communication Data: Messages and communications you exchange with other users or with us.

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our Service, including:

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, IP address, mobile network information, and browser type.

  • App Usage Data: Information about how you use our Service, such as the features you use, the time and duration of your activities, and other usage statistics.

  • Log Information: Error reports, activity logs, and performance data.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:

  • Social Media Platforms: If you choose to link your Pinpoint account with other social media platforms, we may receive information from those services.

  • Other Users: Other users may provide information about you when they interact with your content or tag you in their posts.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information for various purposes, including:

  • Provide and Maintain the Service: To operate our Service, including the 3D globe interface and pinpoint system.

  • Authenticate Travel Experiences: To verify the authenticity of travel experiences through location data.

  • User Profiles and Social Features: To create and maintain your profile and provide social engagement features.

  • Improve Our Service: To understand how users interact with our Service and make improvements.

  • Communicate With You: To respond to your inquiries and provide updates about our Service.

  • Security and Fraud Prevention: To protect the security and integrity of our Service.

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations.

DATA STORAGE AND RETENTION

We utilize Firebase Firestore and Firebase Storage for our data storage needs. Your information is stored securely according to the following structure:

  • User Data: Account information, profile details, and authentication credentials.

  • Pinpoints: Geolocation data, media content, and associated metadata.

  • Social Interactions: Comments, likes, follows, and other social engagement data.

  • Offline Data: Some information may be cached locally on your device to provide offline functionality.

INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

With Other Users

  • Profile Information: Your username, profile picture, and bio are visible to other users.

  • Posted Content: Your posts, comments, and other content you share will be visible to other users based on your privacy settings.

  • Social Activity: Your likes, follows, and other social actions may be visible to other users.

With Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party vendors, service providers, and contractors who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • Cloud Services: Firebase (Firestore and Storage) for data management.

  • Analytics Providers: To help us understand user behavior and improve our Service.

  • Security Services: To protect against fraud and malicious activity.

YOUR CHOICES AND RIGHTS

Account Information

You can review and update your account information at any time through the Settings page in the app. You can adjust the following types of settings:

  • Profile Settings: Edit your profile information, including name, bio, and profile picture.

  • Privacy Settings: Control the visibility of your content and who can follow you.

  • Notification Preferences: Manage what notifications you receive.

  • Blocked Users: Manage users you have blocked from interacting with your content.

Location Data

Location data is a core feature of our Service for verifying authentic travel experiences. While location data is required for pinpoint creation, you can control your location privacy settings in the app, including:

  • Private Account Toggle: Control overall account visibility.

  • Location Privacy Toggle: Control the precision of location data shared.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or other applicable age depending on jurisdiction), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child, we will delete this information as quickly as possible.

DATA SECURITY

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: info@pinpoint.pw

YOUR CONSENT

By using our Service, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Service.

This privacy policy is comprehensive and covers all the key areas required for App Store submission. You can use this URL for your App Store Connect submission: https://www.pinpoint.pw/privacy-policy (you'll need to host this content on your website).

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