SPEET Privacy Policy

Important Legal Information

Please Read Carefully

By using SPEET, you agree to this privacy policy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

1. Introduction

SPEET is a mobile application developed and operated by Appurs LLC ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services. By using SPEET, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username, date of birth (for age verification only), profile picture (optional)
• Profile Information: Bio, age range, gender preferences, interests
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our platform

2.2 Location Information

• Precise Location: GPS coordinates when you enable location sharing
• Approximate Location: General area for finding nearby users
• Location Sharing: Real-time location data during live location sharing sessions

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App interaction patterns, feature usage, session duration
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, connection information

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core Service Functions

• User Matching: Show you people nearby based on location and interests
• Communication: Enable messaging between matched users
• Location Sharing: Facilitate real-time location sharing when mutually agreed
• Safety: Age verification and user authentication

3.2 Service Improvement

• Analytics: Understand app usage patterns to improve features
• Performance: Monitor and optimize app performance
• Customer Support: Respond to user inquiries and technical issues

3.3 Legal Compliance & Content Moderation

• Age Verification: Ensure compliance with 18+ requirement
• Safety Enforcement: Investigate reported violations
• Content Monitoring: Review profile pictures and user content for compliance with our Terms of Service
• Automated Scanning: Use automated tools to detect inappropriate or prohibited content
• Legal Obligations: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 What We Share

• Profile Information: Visible to other users based on your privacy settings
• Profile Pictures: Visible to other users when you enable "Include my Profile Picture" setting
• Location Data: Approximate location shared for user discovery
• Activity Status: Online/offline status for availability indication

4.2 What We Don't Share

• Email Addresses: Never shared with other users or third parties
• Precise Location: Only shared during active location sharing sessions with consent
• Private Messages: Never shared with other users or third parties
• Personal Data: Never sold to advertisers or data brokers

4.3 Third-Party Sharing

We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, analytics, customer support
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect safety
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

• Encryption: Data transmitted using industry-standard encryption
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and updates
• Data Minimization: Collect only necessary data for service functionality

5.2 Data Retention

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Location Data: Deleted immediately after location sharing sessions end
• Messages: Stored only as long as necessary for service delivery
• Profile Pictures: Retained until account deletion or content removal for policy violations
• Backup Data: Securely stored backups deleted according to retention schedule

5.3 Content Moderation & Enforcement

• Automated Detection: Profile pictures may be scanned using automated content detection systems
• Human Review: Content may be manually reviewed by our moderation team when flagged
• Violation Records: Records of policy violations may be retained for safety and enforcement purposes
• Appeal Process: Users may contact support regarding content moderation decisions

6. Children's Privacy

SPEET is designed for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to remove such information.

7. International Users & Legal Rights

7.1 Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using SPEET, you consent to this transfer.

7.2 GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request access to your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data

7.3 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under CCPA:

• Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how it's used
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Authentication: Keep you logged in
• Preferences: Remember your settings
• Analytics: Understand app usage patterns
• Performance: Optimize app functionality

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• In-App Notification: Alert within the SPEET app
• Email Notice: Message to your registered email address
• Website Posting: Updated policy on our website

10. Contact Information

11. Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of July 14, 2025 and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future.