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Privacy Policy
Beacon Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 8, 2025
Effective Date: October 8, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Beacon! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our fitness and activity tracking application.
About Beacon:
Beacon is a activity tracking app that helps you record and share your physical activities, create visual moments during activity, and connect with other users your moment and movement.
Your Privacy Matters:
We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Account Information: Name, email address, and profile picture from Google sign-in
- User-Generated Content: Activity descriptions, moments (photos with text), comments
- Profile Information: Display name, bio, activity preferences
2.2 Location Information
- GPS Coordinates: Precise location data during activity tracking
- Movement Patterns: Routes, distance, speed, and movement detection
- Activity Recognition: Data about your physical activities (walking, running, stationary)
- Background Location: Location tracking when app is running in background during active sessions
2.3 Camera and Photos
- Camera Access: Photos taken during activities to create moments
- Gallery Access: Images selected from your device gallery
- Profile Pictures: Photos used for your user profile
- Image Metadata: Timestamp, location (if enabled), and device information
2.4 Device and Usage Information
- Device Information: Device model, operating system, app version
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, time spent
- Performance Data: App crashes, errors, and performance metrics
- Network Information: IP address, network type, connection quality
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Core App Functionality
- Activity Tracking: Record and analyze your physical activities
- Route Mapping: Create and display your activity routes
- Statistics: Calculate distance, duration, speed, and other metrics
- Smart Features: Auto-pause/resume based on movement detection
- Social Features: Share activities and moments with other users
3.2 App Improvement
- Feature Development: Analyze usage patterns to improve app features
- Performance Optimization: Identify and fix bugs, improve app performance
- Research and Analytics: Understand user behavior to enhance user experience
- Personalization: Provide relevant content and recommendations
3.3 Communication
- Notifications: Send activity-related notifications and updates
- Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Updates: Inform you about app updates and new features
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 With Other Users
- Public Activities: Activities you choose to share publicly
- Moments: Photos and text you create during activities
- Profile Information: Your display name, profile picture, and public bio
- Activity Statistics: Distance, duration, and other metrics you choose to share
4.2 With Service Providers
- Google Services: Authentication and sign-in services
- Cloud Storage: Secure data storage and backup services
- Analytics: App usage and performance analytics
- Push Notifications: Notification delivery services
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect our rights and property
- Prevent fraud or abuse
- Protect user safety
5. Data Security
5.1 Security Measures
- Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- Access Controls: Limited access to authorized personnel only
- Regular Audits: Security practices are regularly reviewed
- Secure Infrastructure: Data stored on secure, monitored servers
5.2 Data Protection
- Privacy by Design: Privacy considerations built into our systems
- Data Minimization: We only collect data necessary for app functionality
- Regular Updates: Security measures are continuously improved
- Incident Response: Procedures in place for security incidents
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Data Access Rights
- View Your Data: Access all personal information we have about you
- Data Summary: Get a summary of your data through the app
- Detailed Report: Request a detailed report of your data
- Real-time Access: View your data anytime through the app interface
6.2 Data Correction Rights
- Update Information: Correct or update your personal information
- Profile Management: Modify your profile, bio, and preferences
- Activity Editing: Edit activity descriptions and details
- Moment Management: Modify or delete your moments and comments
6.3 Data Deletion Rights
- Individual Deletion: Delete specific activities, moments, or comments
- Account Deletion: Completely delete your account and all associated data
- Selective Deletion: Choose which types of data to delete
- Immediate Effect: Deletions take effect immediately
6.4 Data Portability Rights
- Export Your Data: Download all your data in a structured format
- Multiple Formats: Export in JSON, CSV, or other standard formats
- Complete Export: Include all activities, moments, and profile data
- Regular Exports: Set up automatic data exports
6.5 Privacy Controls
- Sharing Settings: Control who can see your activities and moments
- Location Permissions: Manage location tracking permissions
- Notification Preferences: Control what notifications you receive
- Data Processing: Opt-out of certain data processing activities
7. Data Retention and Deletion
7.1 Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Inactive Accounts: Data retained for 2 years after last activity
- Deleted Data: Completely removed from our systems within 30 days
- Backup Data: Deleted from backups within 90 days
7.2 Deletion Process
- Immediate Deletion: Data removed from active systems immediately
- Complete Removal: All copies and backups deleted within 30 days
- Verification: We verify complete deletion before confirming
- Audit Trail: We maintain logs of deletion requests for compliance
7.3 Data Portability Process
- Export Generation: Data export created within 7 days of request
- Secure Delivery: Exports delivered securely via encrypted email
- Format Options: Available in JSON, CSV, and other standard formats
- Complete Data: Includes all personal data, activities, and moments
8. How to Exercise Your Rights
8.1 Through the App
- Settings Menu: Access privacy settings and data management
- Account Settings: Manage your account and data preferences
- Data Export: Download your data directly from the app
- Delete Account: Complete account deletion through settings
8.2 Contact Methods
- Email: support@beacon-social.com
- In-App Support: Use the support feature in the app
- Data Requests: support@beacon-social.com
- Response Time: We respond to all requests within 30 days
8.3 Verification Process
- Identity Verification: We may verify your identity before processing requests
- Account Access: You must have access to your account email
- Security Questions: Additional verification may be required
- Protection: We protect against unauthorized data access
9. International Data Transfers
9.1 Data Processing
- Global Operations: Data may be processed in different countries
- Adequate Protection: Appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers
- Legal Compliance: We comply with applicable data protection laws
- User Rights: Your rights are protected regardless of where data is processed
10. Children's Privacy
10.1 Age Requirements
- Minimum Age: App is not intended for users under 13 years old
- Parental Consent: Users under 18 should have parental consent
- No Collection: We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13
- Verification: We may verify age if required by law
11. Third-Party Services
11.1 Google Services
- Authentication: Google sign-in for account creation
- Data Sharing: Limited information shared with Google for authentication
- Privacy: Google's privacy policy applies to their services
- Control: You can manage Google account permissions
11.2 Other Services
- Analytics: Usage analytics and performance monitoring
- Storage: Cloud storage for data backup and synchronization
- Notifications: Push notification delivery services
12. Updates to This Policy
12.1 Policy Changes
- Notification: We will notify you of significant changes
- Review: Please review this policy periodically
- Effective Date: Changes become effective on the date specified
- Continued Use: Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes
13. Contact Information
13.1 Privacy Questions
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
Email: support@beacon-social.com
Address: Jakarta, Indonesia
Phone: +6287752888862
13.2 Data Requests
For data access, correction, deletion, or portability requests:
Email: support@beacon-social.com
Response Time: We will respond within 30 days
13.3 Complaints
If you have concerns about our data practices:
Email: support@beacon-social.com
Regulatory Authority: You may also contact your local data protection authority
14. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your data includes:
- Consent: For optional features and data sharing
- Contract: To provide app functionality and services
- Legitimate Interest: For app improvement and security
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
For California residents, you have additional rights:
- Right to Know: Information about data collection and use
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate for exercising your rights
This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 8, 2025 and was last updated on October 8, 2025.