Privacy Policy

Pinspree LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates the PinSpree mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

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1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, and password. You may optionally provide a profile photo and display name.
• User-Generated Content: Photos, descriptions, and other content you upload when creating pins.
• Communications: Information you provide when contacting us for support.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Location Data: With your permission, we collect precise location data to enable core App functionality (discovering and placing pins). You can disable location services at any time through your device settings.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Usage Data: How you interact with the App, including features used, time spent, and navigation patterns.
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, and crash reports.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Social Login: If you choose to sign in through Apple or other social providers, we receive basic profile information as permitted by your privacy settings.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the App
• Enable location-based features (pin discovery, map functionality)
• Process and display your user-generated content
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyze usage trends and preferences
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity
• Personalize your experience
• Comply with legal obligations

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3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Other Users

Your public pins, profile information, and associated photos are visible to other users of the App.

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf:

• Analytics: We use analytics services to understand App usage (e.g., Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel)
• Crash Reporting: We use crash reporting tools to improve App stability (e.g., Firebase Crashlytics)
• Cloud Services: Data storage and processing (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)
• Push Notifications: Notification delivery services

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.

3.4 Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

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4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information as necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time (see Section 6).

Retention Periods:

• Account data: Until account deletion + 30 days
• Location history: 12 months
• Analytics data: 26 months
• Crash logs: 90 days

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5. Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

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6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 All Users

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
• Location Services: Enable or disable location access through device settings
• Push Notifications: Opt out through device settings
• Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe via links in emails

6.2 European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights:

• Legal Basis: We process your data based on consent (location), contract (providing services), and legitimate interests (improving services, security)
• Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing
• Lodge Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

6.3 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have additional rights:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected, used, and disclosed
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information
• Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

Categories of Personal Information Collected:

• Identifiers (email, username, device ID)
• Geolocation data
• Internet activity (usage data)
• User-generated content

To exercise your rights, contact us at team@pinspree.com or through the App settings.

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7. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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 at team@pinspree.com.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

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8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws.

For transfers from the EEA, we rely on:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Adequacy decisions where applicable

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9. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

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10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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11. Contact Us

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

This Privacy Policy is effective as of February 3, 2026.