1. Introduction
Welcome to Vibe ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our nightlife discovery and social networking application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.
By using Vibe, 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 services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender, profile photo
- Profile Information: Bio, interests, preferences, social media links
- Authentication Data: Apple ID credentials (when using Sign in with Apple), passwords (encrypted)
2.2 Location Data
We collect precise location data to provide core features of our service:
- Real-time Location: GPS coordinates to show nearby venues and events
- Background Location: Location data when app is in background to provide foot traffic analytics and venue busyness updates
- Location History: Record of venues you've visited to personalize recommendations
2.3 Usage and Device Information
- Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, mobile network information
- Usage Data: Features you use, time spent in app, screens viewed, videos watched
- Performance Data: Crash logs, app performance metrics, error reports
2.4 User-Generated Content
- Photos and Videos: Content you create and share within the app
- Messages: Direct messages and group chat content
- Posts and Comments: Public content you share on your profile or venue pages
- Reviews and Ratings: Your feedback on venues and events
2.5 Social Graph Data
- Connections: Friends, followers, and blocked users
- Interactions: Likes, shares, comments, and other engagement metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
3.1 Core Service Delivery
- Display nearby venues, events, and social activities
- Provide real-time venue busyness and crowd data
- Enable social features (friend connections, messaging, content sharing)
- Match you with other users based on dating preferences (if you opt into dating features)
3.2 Personalization
- Recommend venues and events based on your preferences and history
- Customize your discovery feed with relevant content
- Suggest friends and connections
3.3 Analytics and Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve app performance
- Conduct research and development for new features
- Aggregate data for business insights (venue popularity, trending events)
3.4 Safety and Security
- Detect and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Protect user safety and community guidelines
3.5 Communication
- Send push notifications about events, friends, and app updates
- Respond to your support requests and inquiries
- Send promotional content (with your consent)
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 Public Information
Content you choose to make public (profile information, posts, videos) is visible to other Vibe users and may appear in search results and recommendations.
4.2 Venue Partners
We share aggregated, anonymized foot traffic data with venue partners to help them understand customer patterns. We never share individual user identities without explicit consent.
4.3 Service Providers
We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our business:
- Cloud Infrastructure: Amazon Web Services (AWS) for data storage and hosting
- Analytics: Mixpanel for first-party analytics (data stays in EU servers)
- Mapping Services: Google Maps and Mapbox for location services
- Payment Processing: Stripe for transaction processing (if applicable)
4.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
- Law enforcement requests
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
- Emergency situations involving danger of death or serious injury
4.5 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Deleted Accounts: Most data deleted within 30 days, some data retained for up to 90 days for backup and legal purposes
- Analytics Data: Anonymized usage data retained for up to 2 years
- Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Access and Correction
You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
6.2 Data Deletion
You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at Josh@Vibenitemap.com.
6.3 Location Permissions
You can control location access through your device settings. Note that disabling location will limit core app functionality.
6.4 Marketing Communications
You can opt out of promotional emails and push notifications through your account settings.
6.5 Privacy Controls
- Choose who can see your profile and posts (public, friends only, private)
- Control who can message you
- Opt in/out of dating features
- Manage blocked users
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- End-to-end encryption for direct messages
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Access controls and authentication for our systems
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children's Privacy
Vibe is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete that information immediately.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at Josh@Vibenitemap.com.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure adequate safeguards are in place, including:
- EU data residency for analytics (Mixpanel EU servers)
- AWS data centers in Australia and US-East
- Standard contractual clauses for international transfers
10. Third-Party Links
Our app may contain links to third-party websites, services, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy in the app
- Sending a push notification or email
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Your continued use of Vibe after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: