Privacy Policy
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information.
Information You Provide
When you sign up or interact with the Service, we may collect:
- Name or nickname
- Email address
- Phone number
- Age or age range
- Gender (optional)
- Profile details such as interests or activities
- Content you submit (messages, activity posts, profile information)
Location Information
Loopie may collect approximate or device-based location data in order to:
- Display nearby users or activities
- Show approximate distance between users
- Provide location-based recommendations
Exact GPS coordinates are never shared with other users.
You can control location permissions through your device settings.
Visibility and Safety Controls
Loopie may provide users with controls that determine how their profile appears on the map and who can see them.
For example, users may be able to:
- Control whether their profile appears on the map
- Hide their distance from other users
- Limit visibility based on selected filters or preferences
Certain safety features may allow women or other users to choose who can view them on the map or interact with them. These controls are designed to increase comfort, safety, and control over visibility within the platform.
Usage Information
We automatically collect certain technical data when you use Loopie, including:
- IP address
- Device type and operating system
- Browser type
- App version
- Interaction with features or pages
- Log data related to errors or crashes
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and understand how visitors interact with the site.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and operate the Loopie service
- Enable location-based discovery of people and activities
- Create and manage user accounts
- Improve product features and user experience
- Communicate updates or service notifications
- Monitor usage and performance
- Detect fraud, abuse, or violations of our policies
- Maintain safety and security of the platform
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Contractual Necessity
Processing necessary to provide the Loopie service and manage your account.
Legitimate Interests
Improving the platform, maintaining security, preventing abuse, and analyzing usage.
User Consent
For optional features such as location services or marketing communications.
Legal Obligations
Where processing is required by applicable laws or regulations.
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell personal data.
We may share information in the following circumstances:
With Other Users
Certain profile information you choose to display may be visible to other users of the platform.
With Service Providers
We may share data with trusted third-party providers that help us operate Loopie, such as:
- Cloud hosting providers
- Analytics services
- Authentication providers
- Mapping and geolocation services
- Email communication providers
These providers process data only on our behalf and under strict data protection agreements.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or legal process, or if necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of Loopie, our users, or the public.
Business Transfers
If Loopie is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Third-Party Services
Loopie may integrate with or rely on third-party services for features such as:
- authentication
- hosting infrastructure
- analytics
- messaging or communication
- mapping or geolocation
These providers operate under their own privacy policies and process data only as required to deliver their services.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
These measures may include:
- encryption in transit
- access controls
- secure infrastructure
- monitoring for suspicious activity
However, no system can guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- provide the Loopie service
- maintain platform safety
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes or enforce our agreements
When data is no longer required, it is deleted or anonymized where possible.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request a copy of your data (data portability)
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at: [contact email]
You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence.
Where required, we use appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission to protect personal data.
10. Children's Privacy
Loopie is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
Continued use of the Service after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Email: [contact email]
Company: Loopie
[Company address if available]
Terms of Service
Welcome to Loopie.
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Loopie website and mobile application (the "Service"). By accessing or using Loopie, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. About Loopie
Loopie is a platform designed to help people connect with locals.
Loopie facilitates connections between users but does not organize events, supervise interactions, or guarantee user behavior.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use Loopie.
By using the Service, you confirm that you meet this requirement.
3. User Accounts
To access certain features, you may be required to create an account.
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Providing accurate information when creating your profile
Loopie reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
4. User Conduct
By using Loopie, you agree not to:
- Harass, threaten, or harm other users
- Share illegal, abusive, or offensive content
- Impersonate another person
- Use the platform for spam or unauthorized promotion
- Attempt to disrupt or exploit the Service
Violation of these rules may result in account suspension or permanent removal.
5. User Interactions
Loopie enables users to arrange meetups.
Loopie does not supervise meetings between users and does not perform background checks.
All interactions and in-person meetings occur at the user's own risk.
6. Content
Users may submit profile information, activity descriptions, images, and other content.
By posting content on Loopie, you grant Loopie a non-exclusive license to display and distribute that content within the platform.
7. Service Availability
We aim to keep Loopie available and reliable but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service.
Features may change, be updated, or removed at any time.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Loopie is not responsible for:
- Interactions between users
- Injuries or damages resulting from meetups
- Loss of data
- Temporary service interruptions
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, contact us at: [contact email]
Community Guidelines
Loopie is designed to help people meet others, explore cities, and share experiences.
To keep the community welcoming and safe, all users must follow these guidelines.
Be Respectful
Treat others with respect and kindness. Harassment, bullying, discrimination, or abusive behavior is not allowed.
No Spam or Promotion
Loopie is intended for genuine social connections. Spam, scams, or unauthorized advertising are prohibited.
Respect Boundaries
If someone declines an invitation or interaction, respect their decision.
Keep Activities Safe
When organizing or joining activities, prioritize safety and common sense.
Report Problems
If you encounter behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it through the platform or contact us.
Enforcement
Loopie may remove content, suspend accounts, or permanently ban users who violate these guidelines.