Privacy Policy for Recapture

1. Introduction

Welcome to Recapture ("App," "we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using Recapture, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account or use Recapture, we may collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile picture
• Profile Data: Any additional information you add to your profile
• User Content: Photos, videos, voice messages, text messages, recipes, events, todos, meetups, and albums you create or share within the app
• Group Information: Groups you create or join, group names, and invite codes

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use Recapture, we automatically collect:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Location Data: With your permission, we collect precise or approximate location data to enable location sharing features, map functionality, and location-tagged posts
• Usage Data: Features you use, actions you take, time and duration of activities, and interaction patterns
• Push Notification Tokens: Device tokens required to send you push notifications (if enabled)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Authentication Providers: If you sign up using third-party services
• App Store Providers: Purchase and subscription information from Apple App Store or Google Play Store
• Payment Processors: RevenueCat processes subscription payments; we receive confirmation of subscription status but not full payment details

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

3.1 Provide and Maintain Services

• Create and manage your account
• Enable group creation, joining, and communication
• Facilitate sharing of posts, messages, recipes, events, todos, and albums
• Process voice messages and media attachments
• Display location information on maps (when enabled)
• Sync chat themes and settings across group members

3.2 Communicate With You

• Send push notifications about messages, posts, events, mentions, and tags
• Provide customer support
• Send service-related announcements

3.3 Improve Our Services

• Analyze usage patterns to improve app functionality
• Debug and fix technical issues
• Develop new features

3.4 Safety and Security

• Detect, prevent, and address fraud or abuse
• Enforce our terms of service
• Protect the rights and safety of our users

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 With Other Users

• Group Members: Your profile information, posts, messages, location (if enabled), and other content are visible to members of your groups
• System Messages: When you change group settings (like chat themes), other group members see a notification

4.2 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who assist us:

• Supabase: Database hosting and authentication
• Expo: App development and push notification infrastructure
• RevenueCat: Subscription and payment management
• Cloud Storage Providers: For storing media files

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Protect user safety

4.4 Business Transfers

If Recapture is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Data Storage

• Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Supabase
• Media files (photos, videos, voice messages) are stored in cloud storage
• Local device storage is used for caching and offline access

5.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures including:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Secure authentication protocols
• Row-level security policies on database tables
• Regular security assessments

5.3 Data Retention

• We retain your data for as long as your account is active
• Upon account deletion, we delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days
• Some data may be retained longer for legal or legitimate business purposes

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Account Information

You can:

• Access and update your profile information through the app settings
• Change your password at any time
• Delete your account by contacting support

6.2 Location Data

You can:

• Enable or disable location sharing in the app's location settings
• Control location permissions through your device settings
• Choose whether to enable drive detection and severe weather alerts

6.3 Notifications

You can:

• Enable or disable push notifications entirely
• Customize which types of notifications you receive (messages, posts, events, mentions, tags)
• Mute notifications for specific chats

6.4 Privacy Settings

You can:

• Control read receipts visibility
• Manage typing indicators
• Configure biometric authentication for app access

6.5 Data Portability

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

6.6 Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal data by:

• Deleting your account through the app
• Contacting our support team

7. Children's Privacy

Recapture 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 immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using Recapture, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Recapture 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 read their privacy policies.

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 in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending a push notification for significant changes

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

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed
• Say no to the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Equal service and price, even if you exercise your privacy rights

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR including:

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of processing
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data
• Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: Not be subject to automated decisions

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

13. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@recapture.app

14. Summary of Data Collection

By using Recapture, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.