Aglow

privacy

at aglow, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. this privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our social media app.

sms/text messaging consent

by providing your phone number and opting in to text messages on aglow, you consent to receive recurring sms/text messages from aglow. these messages may include:

• event reminders, updates, and invitations

• account notifications and security alerts

• promotional messages about aglow features and events

message frequency varies. message and data rates may apply. consent is not a condition of purchase or use of the app.

you can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. for help, reply HELP or contact us at [email protected]. carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

we will not share your phone number or opt-in data with third parties or affiliates for their marketing purposes.

1. information we collect

we collect various types of information to provide and improve our services, including:

• personal information: when you sign up, we may collect information like your name, email address, phone number, and profile photo.

• content and activity: we collect the content you create and share on aglow, such as posts, comments, and interactions with other users.

• usage data: we gather information about how you use the app, including features accessed, settings chosen, and other engagement metrics.

• device information: we may collect details about your device, including ip address, operating system, and device model, to help improve performance and security.

• location data: with your permission, we may access your location to provide location-based features.

• event information: when you create, rsvp to, or interact with events on aglow, we collect details such as event preferences, attendance history, and related interactions.

2. how we use your information

aglow uses your information to:

• provide and personalize our services based on your preferences and activities.

• communicate with you about updates, new features, and promotional offers, including via sms/text messages.

• send you event-related notifications, reminders, updates, and invitations.

• analyze usage trends to improve app functionality and user experience.

• detect, prevent, and address security or technical issues.

• enforce our terms of service and protect the safety of our users and community.

3. events

aglow allows you to discover, create, and participate in events. when you interact with events on aglow, we may use your information to:

• recommend events based on your interests, location, and activity.

• share relevant details with event organizers (such as your name and profile information) when you rsvp or attend an event.

• send you reminders, updates, and follow-ups related to events you have expressed interest in or attended.

event organizers may have access to attendee information for their specific events. aglow is not responsible for how event organizers use your information outside of the app.

4. sms/text messaging

by providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive sms/text messages from aglow. these messages may include:

• event reminders, updates, and invitations.

• account notifications and security alerts.

• promotional messages about aglow features and events.

message and data rates may apply. message frequency varies. you can opt out of sms messages at any time by replying "stop" to any message or by updating your notification preferences in the app. for help, reply "help" or contact us at [email protected].

we will not share your phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes. your phone number will only be used for the purposes described in this policy.

5. anonymization and non-sale of contact information

to safeguard your privacy, any contact information you share with us is anonymized for security purposes. we do not sell your personal information, including anonymized contact details, to third parties.

6. information sharing and disclosure

we do not sell your personal information to third parties. however, we may share your information in the following cases:

• with your consent: we may share your information with third parties if you have given your explicit consent.

• service providers: we work with third-party vendors who help us operate, maintain, and improve the app. these providers have limited access to your information and are bound by privacy agreements.

• legal requirements: we may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

• business transfers: if aglow is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

7. data security

we take reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. however, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. data retention

we retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this privacy policy or as required by law. when no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

9. children's privacy

aglow is not intended for users under the age of 13. we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. if we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. changes to this privacy policy

we may update our privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. we will notify you of significant updates through the app or by email. continued use of aglow after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. contact us

if you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at [email protected]