Welcome to Zync ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Zync (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you sign in using Google Sign-In, we collect:

• Email address - For account identification and communication
• Display name - To personalize your experience
• Google ID - For secure authentication

1.2 Profile Information

You voluntarily provide profile information including:

• Profile name and bio
• Social media links (Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, etc.)
• Interests and "seeking" categories
• Contact information you choose to share

1.3 Bluetooth Data

Zync uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to:

• Broadcast your profile to nearby users
• Discover profiles of users in your proximity
• Enable offline, peer-to-peer profile sharing

1.4 Usage Data

We automatically collect:

• App interaction data (features used, screens visited)
• Search queries (for global discovery feature)
• Subscription and purchase history
• Device information (for troubleshooting)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the App's core functionality
• Enable profile discovery via BLE and global search
• Process premium subscriptions and payments
• Send important notifications about matches and nearby users
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Respond to customer support requests
• Enforce our Terms of Service

3. Information Sharing

3.1 With Other Users

Your profile information is shared with other Zync users through:

• BLE broadcasting when enabled
• Global search results (if you appear in searches)

3.2 With Service Providers

We do not sell user data to third parties.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or government request.

4. Data Storage & Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure token-based authentication (JWT)
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and monitoring

5. Your Rights & Choices

5.1 Access & Control

You have the right to:

• View your profile and stored data within the App
• Edit your profile information at any time
• Control BLE broadcasting and scanning settings
• Manage notification preferences

5.2 Account Deletion

You can permanently delete your account and all associated data:

• Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account
• Confirm deletion when prompted
• All personal data will be removed from our servers

5.3 Subscription Management

Premium subscriptions are managed through Google Play. To cancel:

• Open Google Play Store → Menu → Subscriptions
• Find Zync and tap "Cancel subscription"

6. Permissions We Request

Bluetooth	Required for profile broadcasting and discovery
Location	Required by Android for BLE scanning (we don't track your location)
Notifications	To alert you about nearby matches
Internet	For authentication, sync, and global search

7. Children's Privacy

Zync is intended for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending a notification for significant changes

10. Contact Us

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