Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 16, 2025

1. Introduction

Whim ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name and profile information
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Profile photo
  • User-generated content (event descriptions, comments, photos)

Location Information

With your permission, we collect precise location data to show you nearby events and help you discover activities in your area. You can disable location services at any time through your device settings.

Usage Information

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

  • Device information (model, operating system, unique identifiers)
  • Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
  • App usage data (features used, events viewed and joined)
  • Crash reports and performance data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the App
  • Show you relevant events based on your location
  • Enable communication between users
  • Send you notifications about events and App updates
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

With Other Users

Your profile information, events you create, and events you join are visible to other users of the App. Your approximate location may be shared with other users to facilitate event discovery.

With Service Providers

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

  • Cloud hosting providers
  • Analytics services
  • Customer support tools
  • Payment processors (if applicable)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

5. Data Security

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the App and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct your information through the App settings
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal information
  • Location: Disable location services through your device settings
  • Notifications: Opt out of push notifications through the App settings
  • Marketing: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link provided

8. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at privacy@whim.app