Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 30, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to incircle ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile application, and services (collectively, the "Services").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

  • Account information (name, email address, city of residence)
  • Profile information (occupation, interests, lifestyle preferences)
  • Verification information (ID verification, social media validation)
  • Communication preferences
  • Event participation and RSVP data
  • User-generated content (comments, reviews, feedback)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
  • Location data (with your permission)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Verify your identity and maintain community standards
  • Provide and personalize our Services
  • Match you with relevant events and community members
  • Send important notifications and updates
  • Process event registrations and communications
  • Analyze and improve our Services
  • Ensure platform safety and security
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We May Share Your Information With:

  • Other community members (limited to profile information you choose to share)
  • Event organizers (for event management purposes)
  • Service providers (payment processors, verification services)
  • Legal authorities (when required by law)

4.2 We Do Not:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share your information with advertisers without your consent
  • Disclose more information than necessary for the stated purposes

5. Your Privacy Rights

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Control your privacy settings
  • Export your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

6. Data Security

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

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data storage and transmission
  • Employee training on privacy and security
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.