Introduction

Welcome to Whale, the travel sharing app developed by [Whale LLC]. This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use Whale.

Information We Collect

a. Personal Information:

When you sign up for an account on Whale, we may collect your name, email address, and profile picture.

To enhance your travel sharing experience, you can choose to provide additional information such as your location, interests, and travel preferences.

b. User-Generated Content:

We collect and store the content you share on Whale, including photos, videos, comments, and other information you provide while using the app.

c. Device Information:

We may collect information about the device you use to access Whale, such as your device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.

d. Usage Information:

We gather usage data, including the actions you take within Whale, the frequency and duration of your use, and the features you interact with.

e. Location Information:

If you grant us permission, we may collect your precise location to enable location-based features on Whale.

f. Log Data:

Our servers automatically collect log information when you use Whale. This includes your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and other usage statistics.

How We Use Your Information

a. To Provide and Improve Whale:

We use your information to offer, maintain, and enhance Whale's functionality and features.

Your feedback and usage patterns help us identify areas for improvement.

b. Personalization:

We may use your information to personalize your experience on Whale, such as suggesting travel destinations or users to connect with.

c. Communication:

We may use your email address to send you important updates, account-related notifications, and marketing communications. You can opt-out of marketing emails at any time.

d. Legal and Security:

We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, protect the rights and safety of our users and Whale, and prevent fraud or misuse of the app.

Sharing of Information

a. User-Generated Content:

Content you share on Whale may be visible to other users based on your privacy settings.

b. Third-Party Service Providers:

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in providing and improving Whale. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.

c. Legal Compliance:

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Whale, our users, or others.

Your Choices

a. Account Information:

You can update or delete your account information through the app's settings.

b. Location Information:

You can control location sharing by adjusting your device settings or app preferences.

c. Opt-Out of Marketing:

You can opt-out of marketing communications by following the instructions in our emails or contacting us.

Security

a. We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Children's Privacy

a. Whale is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. 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 their information, please contact us, and we will promptly delete the data.

Changes to this Policy

a. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email.

a. If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or Whale's privacy practices, please contact us at [Your Contact Information].

By using Whale, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the collection and use of your information as described herein.