Overview

IRL ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Data We Collect

To provide our service, we collect:

• Phone number: Used for account authentication
• Name: Displayed to other users
• Profile photo: Optional, displayed to other users
• Location data: Used to find nearby users (only when app is open)
• Bluetooth data: Used to verify proximity with other users
• Photos you share: IRL posts you create with friends

How We Use Your Data

Your data is used solely to:

• Authenticate your account
• Show you nearby friends
• Enable IRL meetups and posts
• Display your profile to friends

Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. We do not share your data with third parties for advertising purposes. Your data may be shared with:

• Other users: Your name, profile photo, and posts are visible to friends
• Service providers: Firebase (Google) for authentication and data storage

Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as your account is active. You can delete your account at any time in Settings > Profile Settings > Delete Account. This permanently removes all your data.

Location Data

Location data is only collected when the app is actively open. We do not track your location in the background. Location is used solely to show you nearby friends.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Delete your account and all associated data
• Opt out of location sharing by denying permissions

Children's Privacy

IRL is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

Questions about this policy? Contact us at buymyhat@buymyhat.com