Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Around You ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience while using our proximity-based social networking app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Profile information (name, photos, bio, interests)
• Messages and content you send through the app
• Connection requests and interactions

2.2 Bluetooth Proximity Data (No Location Tracking)

Around You uses Bluetooth technology exclusively to detect nearby users within a 10-30 meter range. We do not collect, store, or track your precise location data (GPS). The app only uses Bluetooth proximity signals to facilitate connections between nearby devices. Your location is never accessed, stored, or shared.

Minimal Data Collection: We collect only the essential information needed for the app to function: your profile information (which you control), messages you send, and connection requests. We do not track your movements, location history, or any location-based data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information only for the following purposes:

• To facilitate connections between nearby users via Bluetooth (no location tracking)
• To enable messaging and communication features
• To display your profile to other users within Bluetooth proximity range
• To send push notifications for connection requests and messages
• To improve our services and user experience (using anonymized, aggregated data only)
• To ensure safety and prevent abuse

We do not: track your location, sell your data, share your information with third parties for advertising, or use location-based services.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. Your profile information and messages are only shared with users you connect with through the app via Bluetooth proximity. We do not share your data with advertisers, data brokers, or third-party services.

We may disclose your information only if required by law or to protect our rights and safety. Since we do not collect location data, there is no location information to disclose.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your profile information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Block other users
• Control who can see your profile
• Opt-out of push notifications

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. All Bluetooth communications are encrypted, and we use industry-standard security practices to safeguard your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Privacy by Design: Since we don't collect location data, there's less sensitive information to protect. Your Bluetooth proximity connections are temporary and only active when the app is running.

7. Children's Privacy

Around You is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. 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.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: fazimirio@icloud.com
Developer: Zeen Almir