Privacy Policy
A clear overview of what BEV collects, why it is used, and the controls available to you.
1. Introduction
Welcome to BEV ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Name and email address via Google Sign-In
- Profile photo
- Photos you upload to bars
- Messages you send in bar chat rooms
- Ratings and reviews
2.2 Location Data
We collect and process your location data to:
- Show you nearby bars and venues
- Verify your check-ins to bars
- Display your presence to friends at the same venue
- Enhance your experience with location-based features
Important
You can control location permissions in your device settings. Some features may be limited without location access.
2.3 Automatically Collected Data
- Device information, including model and OS version
- Usage analytics and app interactions
- IP address and browser information
3. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain our services
- Enable social features such as friend connections and check-ins
- Show you relevant bars and events
- Send notifications about your activity
- Improve and optimize the app experience
- Prevent fraud and maintain security
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:
- Other Users: Your profile, check-ins, and activity are visible to friends and users at the same bar.
- Service Providers: Cloud hosting (Firebase/Google Cloud), analytics, and authentication services.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data while your account is active. Daily activity data, including check-ins, photos, and messages, is automatically cleared each night for privacy. Profile data is retained until you delete your account.
6. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to data processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@bev.app.
7. EU Users & International Transfers
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, analytics, and to remember your preferences. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure authentication, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the last updated date shown above.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact:
Email: privacy@bev.app
Data Protection Officer: dpo@bev.app