Connect-IRL Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Connect-IRL ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name and preferred name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Profile photo
• Job title and company information
• Business location and address
• Professional interests and expertise
• Membership information (YPO member since, Chapter member since)
• Family member information (names, relationships, ages)
• Emergency contact information
• Birthdate
• Dietary restrictions

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the App:

• Device information (type, operating system version)
• App usage statistics
• Event attendance and RSVP information
• Networking interests and connections
• Chat messages with other members

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our App
• To facilitate member networking and connections
• To manage event registrations and attendance
• To enable communication between members
• To send event notifications and updates
• To improve our App and services
• To provide customer support
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Members: Your profile information is visible to other Connect-IRL members to facilitate networking
• Event Organizers: Your attendance information may be shared with event organizers
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authorization procedures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to cancel your account or request that we no longer use your information, please contact us. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: You can update or correct your information through the App
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and personal information
• Opt-out: You can opt-out of certain communications
• Data Portability: You can request your data in a portable format

8. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by your submission of such information represents your agreement to that transfer.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: