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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11/20/2024 Last Update: 11/20/2024

At Vibes Social Network (“we”, ”our”, ”us”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our app, website, or other services (collectively, the “Services”). By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. 

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password.
  • Profile Data: Bio, interests, and any other information you voluntarily add to your profile. 
  • Content: Check-ins, moments, messages, comments, reviews, and any other user-generated content. 

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Services, such as app features, time spent, and actions performed. 
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, IP address, and unique device identifiers. 

1.3 Third-Party Data

  • Linked Accounts: If you sign in using third-party platforms (e.g. Google, Facebook, or Apple), we may collect your public profile and email address. 
  • Analytics and Advertising Partners: Information about your interactions with ads or analytics tools used to measure app performance. 

1.4 Shared Data

  • Information that users voluntarily share (e.g., posts, check-ins, or event RSVPs) may be visible to venues and partners within the app. 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, personalize, and improve our Services.
  • Enable social interactions (e.g. connecting you with friends, sharing posts).
  • Analyze app performance and usage trends. 
  • Communicate with you about updates, promotions, and support. 
  • Ensure safety and security by detecting and preventing fraud or abuse. 
  • Suggest personalized events, promotions, or activities.
  • Facilitate bookings, RSVPs, or other interactions between users and venues.
  • Help venues understand user preferences and trends to improve their offerings. 

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors helping us operate the app (e.g. hosting, analytics, customer support)
  • Business Partners: For co-branded services or features (with your consent).
  • Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect our rights and users’ safety. 
  • Venues and Partners: We may share limited user data (e.g. location, preferences, and event interactions) with venues within the app to offer relevant promotions, suggest events, or enable social interactions. 

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. 

4. Your Choices and Rights

  • Access and Control: You can update or delete your profile information in the app settings. 
  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions. 
  • Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your data by contacting us at info@vibesapp.ca.
  • Cookies and Tracking: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser and device settings. 

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be 100% secure, so we encourage you to use strong passwords and be cautious with sensitive information. 

6. Children’s Privacy 

Our Services are designed for individuals interested in nightlife and social events. While we do not actively restrict access to users under the age of 18, our platform is not intended for use by minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from users under 18. 

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 18 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at info@vibesapp.ca, and we will take steps to delete such information promptly. 

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. 

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@vibesapp.ca.