Privacy policy

At Free Circle, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our app. By accessing or using Free Circle, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

1.1 Personal Information:

  • Account details such as name, email address, and date of birth (if provided).

  • Payment information for subscription services (processed securely by third-party providers).

1.2 Usage Data:

  • App activity, such as feature usage and session duration.

  • Device information, including operating system, app version, and IP address.

1.3 User-Generated Content:

  • Community contributions (e.g., forum posts, comments, messages) shared by you within the app.

  • Location data when you choose to use location-based features to connect with nearby users.

  • Profile information and photos you choose to share.

1.4 Content Moderation Data:

  • Reports and flags submitted by users regarding inappropriate content or behavior
  • Content analysis data from our automated moderation systems
  • Communication logs related to content violations and enforcement actions

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, personalize, and improve the app’s functionality.

  • Communicate with you about updates, features, and support.

  • Analyze usage trends to enhance user experience.

  • Process payments and manage subscriptions.

  • Ensure compliance with our Terms and Conditions.

  • Moderate content and ensure community safety by:

    • Reviewing reported content and user behavior
    • Implementing automated content filtering
    • Taking enforcement actions against policy violations
    • Maintaining records of moderation decisions for compliance purposes

  • Facilitate location-based connections when you opt into this feature.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following cases:

3.1 Service Providers:

  • Trusted third parties that assist with payment processing, analytics, content moderation, and app hosting.

3.2 Legal Compliance:

  • When required to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights, safety, and property of Free Circle, its users, or others.

  • In response to valid legal requests from law enforcement or regulatory authorities.

3.3 Business Transfers:

  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

3.4 Safety and Security:

  • When we believe disclosure is necessary to prevent harm to you, other users, or the public
  • To investigate potential violations of our Terms of Service or illegal activities
  • With content moderation service providers who help us maintain community safety

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and assessments
  • Access controls limiting who can view your information
  • Secure storage of content moderation records

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Access and Portability: Request access to or a copy of your personal data.

  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.

  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your account and associated data.

  • Restriction: Limit the processing of your data in certain circumstances.

  • Withdrawal of Consent: Revoke consent for specific data uses.

  • Content Moderation Appeals: Request review of moderation decisions affecting your content or account.

To exercise these rights, contact us at uae3apps@gmail.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide the app’s services or comply with legal obligations. Specific retention periods include:

  • Account data: Until account deletion plus any required legal retention period
  • Content moderation records: 3 years from the date of the moderation action
  • User-generated content: Until deletion by user or account termination
  • Usage analytics: 2 years from collection date

Upon account deletion, we will securely delete or anonymize your data unless required by law to retain it.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Free Circle uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand app usage and improve functionality.

  • Deliver a seamless and personalized experience.

  • Support content moderation and security features.

You can control cookie preferences through your device settings.

8. Third-Party Links

Our app may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of significant updates and encourage you to review this document regularly.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: uae3apps@gmail.com

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