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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pathr ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your username, email address, and profile information.
  • Messages and Content: Messages, photos, and other content you send through the app.
  • Location Data: Your approximate location to facilitate mesh networking and show your position to friends.
  • Contact Information: Phone contacts you choose to share for finding friends on the platform.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
  • Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, and time spent in the application.
  • Mesh Network Data: Information about nearby devices and network connectivity for mesh functionality.
  • Log Data: Server logs including IP addresses, access times, and app features accessed.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain our Service
  • Enable BLE mesh networking functionality
  • Process and complete transactions
  • Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Improve our Service and develop new features
  • Monitor and analyze usage and trends
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
  • Ensure the security and integrity of our Service

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 With Other Users

Your messages, location (when shared), and profile information may be visible to other users in your mesh network or friend groups, as intended by the app's functionality.

4.2 With Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, including:

  • Cloud storage providers
  • Analytics services
  • Customer support platforms
  • Security and fraud prevention services

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.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

  • End-to-end encryption for all messages
  • Secure data transmission protocols
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication measures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your personal information in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Opt out of certain data processing activities

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

10. 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 "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

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

  • Email: privacy@pathr.app
  • Address: Pathr Privacy Team, [Your Business Address]

12. BLE Mesh Technology Specific Privacy Considerations

Pathr uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) mesh networking technology, which has specific privacy implications:

  • Device Discovery: Your device may be discoverable by other Pathr users in range
  • Mesh Relay: Your device may relay messages for other users in the mesh network
  • Proximity Data: We may collect information about nearby devices to optimize mesh connectivity
  • Offline Operation: Some data may be processed locally on your device without internet connectivity

By using Pathr, you consent to these BLE mesh networking features and the associated data processing activities.