Introduction

Welcome to Trippin. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Account credentials (username, password)
• Profile information (bio, profile picture, preferences)
• Trip information (locations, dates, descriptions)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Communicate about trips, events, and promotions
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Personalize your experience and provide relevant content
• Facilitate connections between trip organizers and participants

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information and trip details are visible to other users as part of the platform's functionality
• With Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf
• For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to legal requests
• Business Transfers: Information may be transferred in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit permission

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational 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, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Data portability to another service
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this privacy policy.

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.