Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Pinwave. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and profile details you provide
- Location Data: GPS location when you use map features (only with your permission)
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app, pins discovered, and quests completed
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our location-based music discovery features
- Show you relevant music pins and quests near your location
- Connect you with artists and other music lovers
- Send you notifications about new pins and quest updates (if enabled)
- Analyze usage patterns to improve the app experience
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with:
- Music Streaming Services: To enable playback (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube)
- Analytics Providers: Anonymized usage data to improve our services
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
5. Location Privacy
Location access is essential for our pin discovery features. You can control location permissions in your device settings at any time. We only access your location when the app is in use, unless you enable background location for quest notifications.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Export your data in a portable format
8. Children's Privacy
Pinwave is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes through the app or via email.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at: privacy@pinwave.app