Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use Opin, we collect the following information:

• Account Information: Email address, name (optional), and password (encrypted)
• Event Posts: Title, description, location (address and coordinates), dates, times, contact info, and links
• Payment Information: Processed securely by Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers.
• Usage Data: View counts for events you create, IP addresses, browser type, and device information
• Preferences: Notification settings, location radius, and interest categories

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve the Service
• Display your event posts on the map
• Process payments securely
• Send notifications about nearby events (if enabled)
• Moderate content and enforce our Terms of Service
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the platform
• Communicate important updates about the Service

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share your information only in the following cases:

• Public Event Data: Event titles, descriptions, locations, dates, and contact info you choose to share are publicly visible on the map
• Service Providers: We use Stripe for payment processing, Vercel for hosting, and Neon for database hosting
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including encrypted passwords and secure HTTPS connections. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your account information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of email notifications
• Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@getopin.app

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to maintain your login session and improve your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

Opin is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

8. Data Retention

We retain your account information and event posts for as long as your account is active. Deleted accounts are anonymized but event data may be retained for legal and operational purposes.

9. Third-Party Services

Opin uses third-party services including Stripe (payments), Vercel (hosting), and Neon (database). These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or by posting a notice on the Service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at: privacy@getopin.app