Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pulse. We care about your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use the app.
If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you give us, information collected automatically, and information from third parties.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information

Full name or nickname
Phone number
Profile photo (optional)
Country code and area code

Event Information

Event titles and descriptions
Event locations
Event dates and times
Event capacity and categories
Participant lists

Social Information

Friend groups you create
Contacts you choose to import
Connections with other users

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Location Data

Precise location when enabled
Event venue locations
Distance between you and events

Usage Data

Features you use
Events you create or join
Date and time of access
Device usage patterns

Device Information

Device type and model
Operating system version
Unique device identifiers
Mobile network details

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Contacts

Accessed only with permission
Used to find friends on Pulse

Google Services

Location data from Google Maps
Address and venue details

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate the app, improve experience, and keep users safe.

3.1 Provide Core Services

Create and manage accounts
Enable event creation and joining
Show nearby events
Connect users with friends

3.2 Improve User Experience

Calculate event distances
Send event reminders
Match contacts with users
Support friend groups

3.3 Safety and Security

Verify users
Prevent fraud
Enforce rules
Protect users

3.4 Communications

Send push notifications
Provide support
Share important updates

4. How We Share Your Information

We share data only when needed.

4.1 With Other Users

Profile name and photo
Event participation details
Shared events in groups
Public events visible to all

4.2 With Your Consent

When you agree to share
When inviting contacts

4.3 Service Providers

Cloud storage services
Analytics tools
Support systems
Google Maps

4.4 Legal Requirements

Legal compliance
Fraud prevention
Safety protection

4.5 Business Transfers

Data may transfer during mergers or acquisitions

5. Data Retention

We keep data while your account is active or required by law.
You can request deletion. Data is deleted within 30 days unless legally required.

6. Data Security

We use security measures, but no system is fully secure.

Password encryption
HTTPS connections
Security reviews
Controlled access
Secure storage

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have control over your data.

Access your data
Update information
Request deletion
Opt out of notifications and location
Withdraw consent

8. Children's Privacy

Pulse is not for children under 13.
Users aged 13 to 18 need parental consent.

9. Location Information

9.1 How We Use Location

Show nearby events
Calculate distances
Support location-based events

9.2 Your Control

You can disable location access
Some features may not work

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Right to know what data is collected
Right to know if data is shared
Right to opt out of sale
Right to non-discrimination

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

Access
Correction
Deletion
Restriction
Data portability
Objection
Automated decision rights

12. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in other countries with safeguards in place.

13. Do Not Track Signals

The app does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

14. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

15. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy and notify you when required.

16. Contact Us

Pulse Privacy Team.
Email: matthew@pulseshc.com

17. Apple App Store Requirements

HealthKit: not used
HomeKit: not used
Advertising ID: not used

18. Consent

By using Pulse, you agree to this Privacy Policy.