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.

If you want, I can also give this as:

  • Plain text file
  • App Store submission version
  • Short in-app summary version
  • Legal-reviewed tightened version