Introduction
WePoop ("we," "our," or "us") is a social networking platform that allows users to share and connect with friends. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
For users in the United States, the app is branded as WePuup. In other countries, it may be branded as WePoop. In this Privacy Policy, both names refer to the same application and service operated by Boring Code Company.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Account Information: Email address, username, and authentication credentials
- Profile Information: Display name, and user preferences
- User-Generated Content: Posts, activity logs, timestamps, notes, and any other content you choose to share on the platform
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, and session information
- Log Data: Error logs, crash reports, and performance metrics
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Social Networking: To enable you to connect with friends, share content, and view others' activities (with appropriate privacy controls)
- Service Delivery: To provide and maintain the WePoop platform functionality
- Personalization: To customize your feed and user experience
- Communication: To send you notifications, updates, and respond to your inquiries
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve platform features
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity
Data Storage and Security
- Your data is stored securely in our servers
- We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest
- Authentication is handled securely through Supabase Auth
- We maintain Row Level Security (RLS) policies to ensure users can only access their own data and data explicitly shared with them
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Social Features
- Public Posts: Content you post on WePoop may be visible to your connected friends within the app
- User Control: You control what content you create and share, and with whom
- User Responsibility: You are responsible for managing your privacy settings and choosing what information to include in your posts
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Supabase: For authentication, database, and backend services
- Expo: For app infrastructure and push notifications
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Data Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
- Opt-Out: Disable notifications and control sharing preferences
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Data Retention
- We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active
- When you delete your account, we will immediately and permanently delete your personal data
- Some data may be retained for longer periods if required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention)
Age Requirement
WePoop is intended for users 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from users under 18. If we become aware that we have collected data from a user under 18, we will take steps to delete such information immediately.
User-Generated Content and Responsibility
WePoop is a social networking platform where users create and share content.
Your Responsibility
- Content Control: You are solely responsible for the content you post and share on WePoop
- Sensitive Information: You choose what information to include in your posts. We are not responsible if you voluntarily share sensitive, personal, or private information
- Sharing Decisions: You control who can see your content through privacy settings and friend connections
- Content Accuracy: We do not verify, endorse, or take responsibility for user-generated content
Our Role
- We provide the platform and tools for social networking
- We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access
- User-generated content is never sold to third parties
- We may remove content that violates our Terms of Service
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Push Notifications
With your consent, we may send you push notifications. You can disable these at any time through your device settings or in-app preferences.
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 in the app
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending you a notification for significant changes
Your continued use of WePoop after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Data Security Incident Response
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will:
- Notify affected users within 72 hours
- Provide details about what data was affected
- Outline steps we're taking to address the breach
- Inform relevant authorities as required by law
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Company: Boring Code Company
- App: WePoop (WePuup in the United States)
Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
- Right to deletion
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Legal Basis: We process your data based on consent, contract performance, and legitimate interests
- Data Protection Officer: [email protected]
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: You may file a complaint with your local data protection authority
By using WePoop, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.