Yapper

At Yapper, we're committed to protecting your privacy while providing a fun, anonymous voice-sharing experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By using Yapper, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use our service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Location Data

To provide our core functionality of sharing voice memos with nearby users, we collect your device's approximate location. This is essential for showing you relevant content from your area.

1.2 Voice Recordings

When you create a "Yap" (voice recording), we temporarily store this audio content on our servers. These recordings are anonymous and not linked to personally identifiable information.

1.3 Device Information

We collect certain information about your device, including device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information, and general location information (city/region level).

1.4 Usage Data

We collect anonymous usage statistics, such as how you interact with the app, features you use, time spent in the app, and error logs. This helps us improve the user experience and fix technical issues.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our service
• Connect you with relevant, location-based content
• Ensure the proper functioning of the anonymity features
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions

3. Data Retention and Deletion

3.1 Voice Recordings

Voice recordings ("Yaps") are stored on our servers for a limited time. Depending on popularity and engagement, recordings typically expire and are automatically deleted after 24-72 hours.

3.2 Location Data

Precise location data is only used in real-time to deliver relevant content. We do not maintain a persistent history of your exact locations.

3.3 Usage Data

Anonymous usage data may be retained for longer periods to improve our service, but this information cannot be used to identify individual users.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may employ third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our service, provide the service on our behalf, perform service-related tasks, or assist us in analyzing how our service is used. These third parties have access to your information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

4.3 Safety and Security

We may disclose information to protect against harm to the rights, property, or safety of Yapper, our users, or the public as required or permitted by law.

5. Your Privacy Controls

5.1 Location Permissions

You can control location permissions through your device settings. Note that disabling location services will limit app functionality, as location is core to how Yapper works.

5.2 Microphone Permissions

You can control microphone permissions through your device settings. Without microphone access, you won't be able to create Yaps but can still listen to others'.

5.3 Delete Your Content

While the app's design makes all content anonymous and temporary, you can manually delete your own Yaps before their natural expiration time.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. We design our systems with your privacy and security in mind.

7. Children's Privacy

Yapper is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can take necessary actions.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.