Privacy Policy for ForFriendSake

Last Updated: December 29, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to ForFriendSake ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the ForFriendSake app.

By using ForFriendSake, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information that you provide to us:

• Email Address: Used for account authentication and communication
• Username: Your chosen display name within the app
• Profile Photo: Optional photo you upload for your profile
• Phone Number: Used for account verification and security purposes

2.2 Location Information

We collect precise location data when you:

• Check in to activities to verify your attendance
• Create activities with location information
• View activities on the map

Location data is collected only when you actively use location-based features. We use your location to award points for verified check-ins and to show nearby activities.

2.3 Activity and Usage Data

We automatically collect information about your use of the app, including:

• Squad memberships and created squads
• Activities you create, join, or check in to
• Points earned and leaderboard standings
• Messages sent within squad chats
• In-app interactions and feature usage

2.4 Device Information

We automatically collect certain device information, including:

• Device type and model
• Operating system version
• App version
• Device identifiers
• Push notification tokens

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and verify identity
• Core Functionality: To enable squads, activities, check-ins, leaderboards, and point tracking
• Location Verification: To verify attendance at activities and award points accordingly
• Communication: To send push notifications about squad activities, challenges, and app updates
• App Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve app features (via Firebase Analytics)
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Within the App

Your information is shared with other users as follows:

• Squad Members: Your username, profile photo, activity participation, and check-ins are visible to members of squads you join
• Leaderboards: Your username and points are visible on squad leaderboards
• Activities: When you create or join activities, this information is visible to squad members

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Firebase: For authentication, database (Firestore), cloud storage, analytics, and push notifications
• Apple Services: For App Store distribution and in-app services

These third parties have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication via Firebase Authentication
• Firestore security rules to control data access
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Rate limiting to prevent abuse

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide you with our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your personal information through the app's profile settings.

7.2 Location Services

You can control location permissions through your device settings. Note that disabling location services may limit certain app features like check-ins.

7.3 Push Notifications

You can manage push notification preferences through your device settings or within the app.

7.4 Account Deletion

You can request account deletion by contacting us at the email address below. Upon deletion, your data will be permanently removed from our systems.

7.5 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal data by contacting us.

8. Children's Privacy

ForFriendSake is not intended for users under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Analytics and Tracking

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with our app. Firebase Analytics may collect:

• App usage statistics
• Device information
• Crash reports
• Performance data

This data is aggregated and does not personally identify individual users. For more information about Firebase Analytics, please visit: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an in-app notification for significant changes

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using ForFriendSake, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

13. Contact Us

14. Consent

By using ForFriendSake, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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