Last updated: 10/23/2024

At FlipFlop, we prioritize your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains the types of data we may collect from you or that you provide to us when using the FlipFlop mobile application (the “App”). It also details our practices concerning how we collect, use, store, protect, and share that information, ensuring your privacy is respected at all times.

Information We Collect

When using FlipFlop, we may collect various types of information to improve your experience and provide personalized services. This information includes:

• Personal Information: We collect personal details that you voluntarily provide when creating an account or using specific features of the App. This can include your name, email address, profile picture, and other identifying details.

• Usage Information: We gather information related to your interactions with the App. This includes the time and date of your visits, pages or screens you engage with, and how you navigate through the App. Tracking this helps us understand usage trends and enhance the user experience.

• Device Information: To optimize the performance of our App, we collect data about the device you use to access it, including the device type, operating system, and mobile network information. This allows us to ensure compatibility and performance on a variety of devices.

• Location Information: With your consent, we may collect your precise location to offer location-based services, such as in-app directions to university events or social gatherings.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several purposes, all aimed at improving your experience on FlipFlop:

• Providing and Improving the App: Your information helps us continually improve the FlipFlop experience by tailoring content, personalizing features, analyzing usage patterns, and ensuring that the App runs smoothly.

• Communication: We may send you important updates, notifications, newsletters, or promotional material about the App via email or push notifications. These communications help keep you informed of new features, upcoming events, or important policy changes.

• Legal Compliance: In certain cases, we may need to use your information to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes.

• Protection of Rights and Safety: We may also use your information to protect the rights, property, and safety of FlipFlop, its users, or others in situations that require security measures or prevent potential harm.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

FlipFlop values your privacy and does not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in various operations, including data storage, hosting, payment processing, customer service, and App analytics. These partners are contractually obligated to handle your data securely and only for the purposes specified by us.

• Business Transfers: If FlipFlop is involved in a business transaction, such as a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. In such cases, you will be notified of any changes to how your data is handled.

• Legal Obligations: If required by law or court order, we may disclose your personal information to comply with legal processes, protect our legal rights, or respond to governmental requests.

Your Choices

FlipFlop empowers you to control your data:

• Providing Information: You can choose not to provide personal information. However, this may limit your access to certain features within the App.

• Notification Settings: You can easily opt-out of receiving push notifications by adjusting your device settings. We aim to make communication preferences flexible and user-friendly.

Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously and employ industry-standard measures to protect it. However, no method of online transmission or electronic storage is completely foolproof. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security, and we encourage you to take proactive steps to safeguard your own data.

Children’s Privacy

FlipFlop is intended for use by individuals aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. If you believe a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete the data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect updates in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. In the event of significant changes, we will notify you via email or prominently post a notice within the App. We encourage you to periodically review this Policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please feel free to reach out to us at:

Email: hello@grizinc.org