Data & Permissions

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WhosUp requires certain permissions to provide you with the best experience. This page explains what data we access, why we need it, and how we use it.

Permissions We Request

📍 Location Services

Why we need it: To show you nearby meetups and connect you with users in your area.

How we use it: Your location is used to display relevant events and calculate distances. You can control location access in your device settings.

Can you opt out? Yes, but the app's core functionality will be limited without location access.

📷 Camera & Photos

Why we need it: To allow you to upload profile photos and share images in conversations.

How we use it: Photos are only uploaded when you explicitly choose to share them. We do not access your photo library without permission.

Can you opt out? Yes, you can still use the app without sharing photos.

🔔 Notifications

Why we need it: To notify you about meetup requests, messages, and nearby events.

How we use it: We send push notifications for important updates related to your meetups and messages.

Can you opt out? Yes, you can disable notifications in your device settings at any time.

📱 Device Information

Why we need it: To optimize app performance and ensure compatibility.

How we use it: We collect basic device information (model, OS version) to improve app stability and troubleshoot issues.

Can you opt out? This is required for basic app functionality.

Data Storage & Security

All data collected through these permissions is:

Stored securely using industry-standard encryption
Only accessible to authorized personnel for service improvement
Never sold to third parties
Retained only as long as necessary for service provision

Managing Your Permissions

You can manage app permissions at any time through your device settings:

iOS: Settings > WhosUp > Permissions
Android: Settings > Apps > WhosUp > Permissions

Data Access Requests

You have the right to request a copy of all data we've collected about you. To request your data or ask questions about our data practices, contact us at [Your Contact Email].

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in permissions or data usage. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the data we collect or permissions we request, please contact us at:

[Your Contact Email]