Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Vamos ("we," "our," or "us") is a community platform that helps people discover and join local groups aligned with their interests. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). By using Vamos, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and phone number to set up and secure your account.

Profile Information

You may choose to add a profile photo, bio, and interests. This information is visible to other Vamos users and helps personalize your experience.

Location Data

We collect your zip code during onboarding to help you discover nearby groups. If you grant location permission, we may use your device location to show groups and events near you. You can revoke location access at any time through your device settings.

Messages and Content

We store the content you create and share on Vamos, including group messages, direct messages, photos, polls, events, and reactions. This content is necessary to provide the Service.

Device and Usage Data

We automatically collect device information (such as device model, operating system, and app version) and usage data (such as crash reports and performance metrics) to maintain and improve the Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
• Personalize your experience, including group and content discovery
• Send you service-related communications, such as notifications about group activity, messages, and events
• Monitor and improve the performance, security, and reliability of the Service
• Enforce our terms of service and protect users from abuse, spam, and harmful behavior

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate the Service, including providers of:

• Authentication and account security
• Data storage and hosting
• Error monitoring and crash reporting
• Maps and location services
• Content delivery and media processing
• Push notifications

These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only to provide services to us and in accordance with this policy. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of our users or the public.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. When you delete your account, we initiate a 7-day grace period during which you can cancel the deletion. After the grace period, your account and associated data are permanently deleted from our systems.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate information by updating your profile
• Delete your account and associated data through the app's Settings screen

To exercise these rights or if you have questions, contact us using the information below.

7. Children's Privacy

Vamos is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

8. Security

We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption in transit and at rest, secure infrastructure, and access controls, to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the app or by other means. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects when the policy was most recently revised. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at privacy@joinvamos.app.