Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 5/20/2025

Gatheroo ("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 website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By using Gatheroo, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile details when you create an account.
  • Event Data: Event titles, dates, descriptions, guest lists, RSVPs, messages, and other content you share through the platform.
  • Payment Information: If you make purchases (e.g., premium features), we collect payment details through our third-party payment processor.

b. Automatically Collected Data

  • Usage Data: Device type, browser, IP address, referring URL, page views, and activity logs.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage.

c. Information from Third Parties

  • Calendar Access: If you sync your calendar, we may access event details to suggest scheduling options.
  • Social Media: If you link social media accounts, we may collect limited profile data to facilitate invitations or sharing.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and improve the Gatheroo platform.
  • Facilitate event planning and coordination.
  • Communicate with you about account activity, updates, and support.
  • Personalize your experience.
  • Enforce our Terms of Service and protect user security.
  • Analyze usage trends and user behavior.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data:

  • With Event Participants: Event hosts and guests can view relevant event details.
  • With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who support our platform (e.g., hosting, payment processing, analytics).
  • For Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights or safety.
  • During Business Transfers: If Gatheroo is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

4. Your Choices and Rights

  • Edit or Delete Your Information: You can manage your account settings or request deletion at any time.
  • Cookies: Manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
  • Email Preferences: You can unsubscribe from non-essential emails.

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under laws like the GDPR or CCPA, including the right to access, correct, or restrict the use of your data.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Please protect your account credentials.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Services. You can request account deletion at any time.

7. Children's Privacy

Gatheroo is not intended for use by children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent.

8. International Users

If you use Gatheroo outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we'll notify you via email or through the platform.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: privacy@gatherooapp.com