1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide to Us

  • Email address when you sign up or subscribe to updates

  • Name (optional)

  • Feedback or messages you send us through forms or support channels

b. Information We Collect Automatically

  • Device information (such as device type and OS)

  • Usage data (interactions with the app or site)

  • Location data (only with your explicit permission, to help find or host local popouts)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Operate and improve the PopOut app and website

  • Send you updates or respond to support requests

  • Help you discover and host relevant popouts near you

  • Understand usage patterns to improve user experience

We do not sell your personal information or share it with advertisers.

3. Location Services

If you enable location permissions, we use your device’s location to:

  • Show nearby popouts

  • Suggest meeting spots

  • Provide a better local experience

Your location data is never used for advertising or sold to third parties. You can disable location access at any time in your device settings.

4. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to operate PopOut, including:

  • Firebase (for authentication, database, and analytics)

These services may collect certain technical data such as device identifiers or usage patterns. You can review Firebase’s privacy policy here: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies for analytics and performance monitoring. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us (see below).

7. Your Privacy Rights

You can:

  • Request access to or deletion of your data

  • Opt out of emails or push notifications

  • Adjust your location-sharing preferences

To make any of these requests, email us at: hello@popoutapp.com

8. Children’s Privacy

PopOut is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we’ve collected data from someone under 13, we will delete it promptly.

9. Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.