Friends App - Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 27, 2025
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Personal Information:
- Name and email address when you create an account
- Phone number for SMS verification
- Profile photo (optional)
- Date of birth for age verification
Location Data:
- We access your location to show nearby events and friends
- Location sharing can be disabled in settings
User Content:
- Photos and videos uploaded to stories and events
- Event descriptions and details
- Messages sent through the app
- Friend connections and interactions
Device Information:
- Device type and operating system
- App usage analytics (anonymous)
- Push notification tokens
2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
- To provide and operate the Friends app services
- To connect you with friends and events nearby
- To send notifications about events and messages
- To improve app performance and user experience
- To ensure safety and prevent abuse
3. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY
- All data is securely stored on Supabase servers
- We use industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS)
- Passwords are encrypted and never stored in plain text
- You can delete your account and data at any time
4. SHARING OF INFORMATION
We do not sell your personal data. We share information only:
- With other users as per your privacy settings
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect safety of users
5. YOUR RIGHTS
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data
- Control privacy settings
6. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Friends app is for users 16 years and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.
7. CONTACT US
8. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this policy. We will notify you of significant changes through the app.
By using Friends, you agree to this Privacy Policy.