1. Introduction
Welcome to SoloBudd (“we”, “us”, “our”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information when you use https://www.solobudd.com/ (“Platform”). This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.

2. Information We Collect

• When you register or create a profile: name, email, password, profile photo, location, preferences, and any optional info you provide.

• Usage data: IP address, device type, app usage, logs (time stamps, pages viewed), and analytics data (cookies, etc.).

• User‑generated content: chat messages, event RSVPs, itinerary details, reviews, photos you upload.

• Verification data: ID documents for safety checks and possibly social media links.

• Support communications: details from any messages or support requests.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services (matchmaking, meetups, app features).

• To verify your identity and ensure community safety.

• To communicate transactional updates (booking confirmations, changes).

• To personalize your experience and suggest relevant events or users.

• For internal analytics (e.g. aggregated usage patterns).

• For support and security investigations.

• To satisfy legal obligations if required (e.g., in response to subpoena or legal investigation).

4. Legal Bases (If Subject to GDPR/etc.)

• Consent: newsletter sign‑up, optional profile sharing, cookies.

• Contract performance: to operate and support the service you signed up for.

• Legitimate interest: fraud prevention, network operations, analytics and service improvements.

• Legal compliance: responding to law enforcement or legal process.

5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your data with:

• Service providers (ID verification, cloud hosting, analytics, communication tools) – only if bound by confidentiality obligations;

• Local authorities or parties when required by law or if needed for safety (e.g., emergencies);

• Acquirers or affiliates, in case of merger, transfer, or reorganization, with notice;

• Only with your explicit consent (e.g., sharing with other users).
  We do not sell personal information.

6. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar tech to manage authentication, preferences, and analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

7. Data Retention & Security
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the platform’s purposes or to comply with legal obligations. We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards (encryption, access controls) to protect your data, but note that absolute security on the internet isn’t guaranteed.

8. Third-Party Links
Our service may integrate with third-party services (e.g., Google Maps, social logins). Data you share with these services is subject to their privacy policies—not ours.

9. Minors
SoloBudd is intended only for users 18 years or older. We do not knowingly allow under‑18s to register. Any account discovered to belong to a minor may be deactivated and their data removed.

10. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights such as:

• Accessing your data

• Correcting or updating it

• Deleting it

• Restricting or objecting to processing

• Withdrawing consent

• Data portability

• Lodging complaints with regulators
  To exercise any right, please contact us at [email address].

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this policy. All revisions will be noted with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of SoloBudd after changes implies acceptance.

12. Contact Us
For questions, requests, or complaints, contact:
Email: support@solobudd.com