1. Introduction

Welcome to Nearmind ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

• Mobile Phone Number: We collect your mobile phone number for account creation and authentication purposes.
• Profile Information: Name, professional title, skills, bio, and profile picture that you choose to provide.
• Contact Information: Email address (if provided) for account recovery and important notifications.

2.2 Location Information

• Precise Location: We collect your precise location (GPS coordinates) when you grant permission to help you find nearby professionals.
• Location History: We may store your location history to improve our matching algorithms and provide better recommendations.
• Location Sharing: You can control whether to share your location with other users in the app.

2.3 Usage Information

• App usage patterns, features used, and interaction data
• Device information (device type, operating system, app version)
• Log data (IP address, access times, app crashes, performance data)
• Communication data (messages, connections made through the app)

3. How We Use Your Information

• Authentication: Verify your identity using mobile number and OTP (One-Time Password)
• Location Services: Find and connect you with nearby professionals based on your location
• Matching: Suggest relevant professionals based on your skills, location, and preferences
• Communication: Enable messaging and networking features within the app
• Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our app and user experience
• Safety and Security: Monitor for fraudulent activity and ensure platform safety
• Customer Support: Provide assistance and respond to your inquiries

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information and location (if enabled) may be visible to other users for networking purposes
• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our service (cloud storage, analytics, customer support)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing your information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

• Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
• Correction: Update or correct your personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data
• Location Controls: Enable or disable location sharing in your device settings
• Communication Preferences: Opt out of promotional communications
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hi@nearmind.app or visit our Data Deletion page.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain certain information for legal or regulatory purposes.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: hi@nearmind.app
• Website: https://nearmind.app
• Data Deletion: https://nearmind.app/privacy/delete