Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Frendy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates a geolocation-based social networking app designed to help users find friends, post feeds, and connect with others. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use the Frendy app (“App”). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us when you sign up and use the App. This may include:

• Name: Required to create your profile.
• Email Address: Used for account creation and notifications.
• Profile Information: Including your bio, profile picture, and preferences.
• Posts & Interactions: Any content you share on the App, including text, photos, and videos.

b. Location Data

• Geolocation Information: The Frendy App collects your real-time location to provide location-based friend-finding services. We collect your location even when the App is in the background, if you have enabled location sharing on your device.

c. Usage Information

We collect data about how you use the App, including:

• Device Information (e.g., device type, operating system)
• App activity (e.g., pages viewed, interactions with features)
• Log data (e.g., IP addresses, browser types, and timestamps)

d. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with the App.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing Services: To operate, maintain, and provide features of the App.
• Personalization: To customize your experience, including showing friend suggestions based on your location.
• Communication: To send updates, notifications, and other relevant communications.
• Improvement: To analyze user behavior and improve the App’s functionality and performance.
• Security: To monitor and enhance the safety and security of the App.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

• With Friends: Your profile, posts, and geolocation may be visible to other users on the App.
• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App (e.g., hosting, data analysis).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to legal processes.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide you with services. We may also retain and use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

6. Your Choices

You have control over your personal information and can:

• Access and Update: Update your profile and contact information through the App.
• Location Sharing: Control the sharing of your geolocation data via your device settings.
• Delete Account: You can delete your account at any time, which will remove your data from our servers.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for users under the age of 13. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date” at the top.

10. Contact Us

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

Frendy Support
Email: [info@frendy.ca]

By using the Frendy app, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.