1. Introduction

Welcome to Jinnie ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our wishlist platform.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this privacy policy carefully.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Create an account: Email address, name, username, password (encrypted)
Complete your profile: Profile photo, bio, birthday, gender, shopping interests
Create wishlists: Wishlist names, wish items, descriptions, prices, images, product URLs
Interact with others: Friend requests, messages, comments
Contact us: Name, email, message content when you reach out to support

2.2 Authentication Information

When you sign in using third-party services, we collect:

Google Sign-In: Name, email address, profile picture
Apple Sign-In: Name (optional), email address (or private relay email)

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
Usage Data: Features used, pages viewed, time spent, interaction patterns
Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, error logs
Analytics: App performance, crash reports, feature usage statistics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

Providing the Service: Creating and managing your account, wishlists, and social features
Personalization: Customizing your experience based on your preferences and interests
Communication: Sending notifications, updates, and responding to your inquiries
Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance our Service and develop new features
Security: Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud, security issues, and technical problems
Compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations and enforcing our Terms of Service
Marketing: Sending promotional content (you can opt-out at any time)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 With Other Users

Based on your privacy settings:

Public Profiles: Your profile, wishlists, and activity may be visible to all users and accessible via public URLs
Private Profiles: Your detailed information is only visible to friends, though your username and basic profile may still be searchable
Friends: Friends can view your wishlists, activity, and profile details based on your settings

4.2 With Service Providers

We share information with trusted third parties who help us operate our Service:

Firebase (Google): Authentication and user management
Cloudflare: Content delivery, storage (R2), and infrastructure
Database Hosting: Secure storage of user data
Analytics Providers: Usage analytics and crash reporting
Email Services: Transactional and promotional emails

4.3 Affiliate Partners

When you click on affiliate links to third-party products:

The merchant may collect information about your visit and purchase
We may receive aggregated data about clicks and purchases (no personal information)
Each merchant has their own privacy policy governing their data practices

Mobile App Affiliate Tracking: When using the Jinnie mobile app:

Clicking product links may place affiliate tracking cookies or identifiers on your device
These track whether you make a purchase from the merchant within their tracking period (typically 24 hours to 30 days)
Tracking only occurs when you actively click on a product link, not while browsing the app
You can opt-out of this tracking at any time (see Section 6.4 below)

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe it's necessary to:

Comply with legal processes, government requests, or court orders
Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
Prevent or investigate potential fraud or security issues
Enforce our Terms of Service

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure password hashing (never stored in plain text)
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls and authentication
Monitoring for suspicious activity

5.2 Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through the app settings.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Update

You can:

Access and update your profile information at any time
Edit or delete your wishlists and wish items
Manage your friend connections
Update your privacy settings

6.2 Privacy Settings

You control:

Profile visibility (public or private)
Who can see your wishlists
Notification preferences
Email communication preferences

6.3 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time, which will:

Permanently remove your profile and wishlists
Delete your personal information from our systems
Remove your friendships and social connections
Cancel any pending reservations

6.4 Opting Out of Affiliate Tracking

You can opt-out of affiliate tracking through the following methods:

Mobile App (iOS/Android):

Clear App Data: Go to your device settings > Apps > Jinnie > Clear Data/Cache. This removes all affiliate tracking cookies stored by the app.
Reset Advertising ID:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking > Toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Reset advertising ID
Limit Ad Tracking:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking > Disable tracking
- Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
Uninstall and Reinstall: Removing and reinstalling the app will clear all stored affiliate cookies.

Website (Browser):

Clear your browser cookies and cache
Use private/incognito browsing mode
Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
Use browser extensions that block tracking cookies

Note: Opting out of affiliate tracking does not affect your ability to use Jinnie's core features. You can still create wishlists, view products, and share with friends. The only change is that we will not earn commissions when you make purchases through product links.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 16 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@jinnie.co so we can delete it.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Maintain your session and keep you logged in
Remember your preferences
Analyze how you use our Service
Track affiliate link clicks

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if you disable cookies.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service contains links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing them with your information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We may also send you an email or in-app notification about significant changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Email: privacy@jinnie.co

13. Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
Right to request deletion of your personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights