Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 8, 2025
Last Updated: January 8, 2025
The Aiiioli platform respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how Aiiioli collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you use the Aiiioli mobile application and related services (the "Service").
Your Privacy Matters: Aiiioli believes in transparency about data practices. This policy explains what information is collected, why it's collected, and how you can control your data.
1. Information We Collect
Aiiioli collects information to provide and improve the Service. The types of information collected include:
1.1 Information You Provide
Data Collection Note: Most profile information is completely optional. During registration, only your email, password, and full name are required. All other profile data (bio, interests, photos, MBTI, school/work) can be skipped and added later at your discretion.
| Data Type |
Examples |
Purpose |
| Account Information |
Email, password, username |
Account creation and authentication |
| Profile Information |
Bio, interests, photos, MBTI personality type, school/work info (all optional) |
Personalization and user connections |
| Activity Content |
Activity descriptions, photos, comments |
Displaying activities to other users |
| Communications |
Messages, chat content |
Facilitating user communication |
| Community Safety Data |
User reports, content reports, safety violations |
Maintaining community safety and content moderation |
| User Blocking Data |
Blocked user lists, blocking preferences |
Personal safety and harassment prevention |
1.2 Information We Collect Automatically
- Location Data: Precise location to show nearby activities within 0.5 miles
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, time spent
- Log Information: IP address, error logs, performance data
1.3 Information from Third Parties
Aiiioli may receive information from:
- Map and geocoding services for address validation
- Analytics providers for app performance insights
2. How We Use Your Information
Aiiioli uses your information for the following purposes:
2.1 Core Service Functions
- Activity Matching: Show you relevant activities within walking distance
- User Connections: Help you find and connect with nearby users
- Communication: Enable messaging between connected users
- Safety: Maintain a safe community environment
2.2 Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve features
- Develop new functionality based on user needs
- Fix bugs and enhance performance
- Conduct research and analytics
2.3 Business Operations
- Provide customer support
- Send important service updates
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Location Data and Privacy
Location is Core to Our Service: Aiiioli is fundamentally a location-based app. We use your precise location to show you nearby activities and users within a 0.5-mile radius.
3.1 How We Use Location
- Display activities and users near your current location
- Calculate distances for activity recommendations
- Enable location-based search and filtering
- Improve local content relevance
3.2 Location Controls
- You can disable location services in your device settings
- Disabling location will significantly limit app functionality
- We don't store detailed location history
- Location sharing with other users is always your choice
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Aiiioli shares your information only in specific circumstances:
4.1 With Other Users
- Your public profile information and activities you create
- Messages you send to connected users
- Your participation in activities (when you join)
4.2 With Service Providers
- Cloud hosting and data storage providers
- Payment processors (Apple for subscriptions)
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Customer support tools
4.3 Legal Requirements
Aiiioli may disclose information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal process or government requests
- Protect Aiiioli's rights and property
- Ensure user safety and prevent harm
- Investigate potential violations of the Terms of Service
5. Data Security
Aiiioli implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication systems
- Employee training on data protection
Important: No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While Aiiioli strives to protect your information, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
6. Your Privacy Rights and Choices
Your Rights Include:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
6.1 Account Controls
- Edit your profile and privacy settings in the app
- Control who can see your activities and profile
- Manage your notification preferences
- Delete your account and associated data
6.2 Data Deletion
You can delete your account at any time through the app settings. When you delete your account:
- Your profile and activities will be removed
- Your messages may remain for other users but will be anonymized
- Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes
- Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone
7. Data Retention
Aiiioli retains your information as follows:
- Account Data: Until you delete your account
- Usage Data: Up to 2 years for analytics purposes
- Support Records: Up to 1 year after resolution
- Legal Compliance: As required by applicable law
8. Children's Privacy
Aiiioli is intended for users 18 years and older. Aiiioli does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If it becomes aware that information from a child under 18 has been collected, it will be deleted immediately.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. Aiiioli ensures appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
10. Third-Party Services
The Aiiioli app may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. Users are encouraged to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes through:
- In-app notifications
- Email to your registered address
- Updates on the Aiiioli website
Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Aiiioli does not sell user data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
13. Contact Us
Aiiioli is committed to protecting your privacy while helping you build meaningful connections in your community!