Pin!t Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 27, 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

Pin!t ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using Pin!t, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information:

• Email address
• Username
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile preferences
• Optional profile information (age range, interests)

User-Generated Content:

• Ratings and reviews of locations
• Preferences and feedback
• "Pins" at specific locations
• Comments and responses
• Survey responses

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Location Data:

• Precise geolocation when you use Pin!t
• Location history of places you've pinned
• Frequency of visits to locations
• Time and duration spent at locations

Device Information:

• Device type and model
• Operating system version
• Unique device identifiers
• Mobile network information

Usage Data:

• App features used
• Interaction patterns
• Session duration
• Click-through rates
• Navigation paths within the app

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Third-party authentication services
• Business partners (only to verify location accuracy)

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 To Provide and Improve Our Service

• Operate and maintain Pin!t
• Personalize your experience
• Develop new features and functionality
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the app
• Provide customer support

3.2 To Create Business Insights

What We Share with Businesses:

• Aggregated trends and statistical patterns
• Location-based insights
• Behavioral clusters and demographic summaries

What We DO NOT Share with Businesses:

• ✗ Your name
• ✗ Your email address
• ✗ Your phone number
• ✗ Your specific individual responses
• ✗ Your personal account information
• ✗ Any data that can identify you personally

How Anonymization Works:

1. Your individual data is collected
2. It is combined with data from many other users
3. All personal identifiers are removed
4. Only statistical patterns and trends are extracted
5. These aggregated insights are shared with businesses

Example: If you rate a restaurant 5 stars, businesses won't know "Sarah gave us 5 stars." They'll only see "87% of users rated this restaurant 4-5 stars."

3.3 For Communication

• Send you service-related notifications
• Respond to your inquiries
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Notify you of changes to our services

3.4 For Security and Legal Compliance

• Detect and prevent fraud
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights and property

4. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

4.1 Aggregated Data Sharing with Businesses

We share anonymized, aggregated data with:

• Local businesses and venues
• Market research firms
• Retail analytics companies
• Urban planning organizations
• Other business partners

Safeguards in Place:

• Minimum aggregation thresholds (data must include responses from multiple users)
• Personal identifiers are permanently removed before aggregation
• Regular privacy audits of our anonymization processes
• Contractual requirements that recipients cannot attempt to re-identify users

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

• Cloud hosting providers
• Analytics services
• Customer support platforms
• Payment processors
• Marketing platforms

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

4.3 Business Transfers

If Pin!t is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Respond to valid legal requests
• Protect our rights and property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Protect the safety of users or the public

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

5. YOUR DATA PROTECTION RIGHTS

5.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

5.2 Correction

You can:

• Update your account information at any time
• Request correction of inaccurate information

5.3 Deletion

You have the right to:

• Delete your account and associated personal information
• Request deletion of specific data

Note: Aggregated, anonymized data that no longer contains personal identifiers may be retained for business insights even after account deletion.

5.4 Opt-Out Rights

You can:

• Disable location services (though this limits app functionality)
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing (by deleting your account)

6. HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

6.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data centers
• Employee training on data protection

6.2 Limitations

No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. DATA RETENTION

7.1 Active Accounts

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services.

7.2 After Account Deletion

• Personal identifiable information is deleted within 30 days
• Anonymized, aggregated data may be retained indefinitely
• Some information may be retained longer if required by law

7.3 Backups

Deleted information may persist in backup systems for up to 90 days before permanent deletion.

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Pin!t is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

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 information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Pin!t may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use Pin!t
• Improve app performance
• Deliver personalized content

You can control cookie preferences through your device settings.

12. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion
• Right to non-discrimination

Note: Pin!t does not "sell" personal information as defined by CCPA, as we only share anonymized, aggregated data.

13. GDPR RIGHTS (EU RESIDENTS)

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

• Right to access
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object
• Right to withdraw consent

Our lawful basis for processing includes:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Legitimate interests (providing business insights)

14. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

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

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification (for material changes)

Your continued use after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

15. CONTACT US

16. YOUR CONSENT

By using Pin!t, you consent to:

• The collection of your information as described
• The use of your data for creating anonymized business insights
• The sharing of aggregated, anonymized data with businesses
• The processing of your information as outlined in this policy

You may withdraw consent at any time by deleting your account, though previously collected and anonymized data may continue to be used in aggregate form.