Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Blurr ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web services.

By using Blurr, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account using Google Sign-In, we collect:

• Email address (for account management and notifications)
• Display name (as provided by your Google account)
• User ID (unique identifier for your account)
• Profile avatar (generated or selected by you)
• User tag (unique identifier you can share)
• Bio (optional, if you choose to add one)

2.2 Device Information

To provide and improve our services, we may collect device information including:

• Device type and model
• Operating system version
• Device identifiers
• App version

2.3 Content You Create

We store the content you create and share on our platform:

• Messages (direct chat messages and anonymous messages you receive)
• Posts (text and images you share)
• Comments (comments you make on posts)
• Anonymous links (links you create for receiving anonymous messages)
• Likes and interactions

2.4 Usage Information

We may collect information about how you use our services:

• Features you use
• Time and date of activities
• Interactions with other users
• Notification preferences

2.5 Anonymous Messages

When someone sends you an anonymous message through our web form:

• We do NOT collect the sender's identity
• We generate a session-based identifier (stored only in the sender's browser session)
• We store the message content and associate it with your account
• The sender's session ID is not linked to any personal information

2.6 Beta Tester Information

If you apply to be a beta tester through our website, we collect:

• First and last name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Preferred platform (Android/iOS)
• Testing experience level (optional)
• Feedback and motivation for wanting to be a tester (optional)

This information is used solely to manage our beta testing program, send invitations, and communicate with beta testers. We do not share this information with third parties.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide our services: Enable messaging, posting, and social features
• To maintain your account: Manage your profile, settings, and preferences
• To send notifications: Alert you about new messages, likes, comments, and other activities
• To improve our services: Analyze usage patterns and enhance user experience
• To ensure security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• To enforce our terms: Investigate violations and take appropriate action
• To provide support: Respond to your inquiries and provide customer service

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using Firebase services:

• Cloud Firestore: User profiles, messages, posts, and other content
• Firebase Authentication: Account credentials and authentication tokens
• Firebase Storage: Images and media files you upload
• Local Storage: Some data may be cached locally on your device for performance

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption in transit and at rest
• Firebase App Check for API abuse prevention
• Comprehensive Firestore security rules
• Biometric authentication support for app access
• Regular security audits and updates

4.3 Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. We automatically delete old messages when you have more than 20 messages (keeping the last 20, deleting the oldest 5). You can delete your account and all associated data at any time through the app settings.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
• Public content: Posts and comments you create are visible to other authenticated users
• Service providers: We use Firebase (Google) services, which process data on our behalf
• Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Note: Your profile information (display name, avatar, user tag) is visible to other authenticated users as part of the social features of the app. However, your email address and other sensitive information remain private.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: View your personal data through the app
• Update: Modify your profile information, avatar, and settings at any time
• Delete: Delete your account and all associated data through app settings
• Control notifications: Manage notification preferences in settings
• Manage anonymous links: Create, disable, or delete anonymous messaging links
• Opt-out: Stop using the app and delete your account if you no longer wish to use our services

7. Anonymous Messaging

Our anonymous messaging feature is designed to protect sender privacy:

• Senders do not need to create an account or provide any personal information
• We generate a temporary session identifier stored only in the sender's browser
• This session ID is not linked to any personal information or accounts
• We do not track or store the sender's IP address or device information
• Messages are associated only with the recipient's account

Important: While we take measures to protect sender anonymity, recipients can report inappropriate messages. In cases of abuse, we may investigate and take action, which could potentially reveal sender information if required by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Blurr is not intended for users under the age of 13. 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, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, storage, hosting, and push notifications
• Google Sign-In: For account authentication

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Firebase Privacy Information

10. Content Moderation

We have a comprehensive content moderation system:

• Users can report inappropriate content (posts, comments, messages, users)
• Reports are reviewed by our moderation team
• Violations of our terms may result in content removal or account suspension
• We use automated systems and human review to maintain a safe environment

11. 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
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Sending you a notification through the app (for significant changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@anonpeople.app
• Through the app: Settings → Support