Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for ConnectNow
Effective Date: May 10, 2026
Welcome to ConnectNow. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when registering for the App, expressing an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and services, or otherwise contacting us.
Personal Information
- Name
- Age
- Gender
- Profile photos
- Phone number (for authentication)
- Google account details (if using Google Sign-In)
Location Data
With your explicit permission, we collect your precise geographic location (GPS) to enable the "Nearby Matching" feature. You can revoke this permission at any time through your device settings.
Camera & Microphone Data
We require access to your camera and microphone to facilitate live video and audio calls.
Important Notice
We do not record, store, or monitor your live WebRTC video/audio streams.
Usage Data
Information about how you interact with the App, such as:
- Connections made
- Waves sent
- Profiles viewed
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information collected via our App for the following purposes:
- To facilitate account creation and login.
- To match users randomly or based on location.
- To manage accounts and provide customer support.
- To enforce Terms of Service and monitor fraudulent activity.
- To process user reports and maintain platform safety.
3. User-Generated Content & Moderation
ConnectNow is a live video networking app with strict community guidelines.
Reporting & Blocking
If you experience inappropriate behavior, you can report and block users directly within the App. Blocked users will no longer be matched with you or view your profile.
Zero Tolerance Policy
Strict Enforcement
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for nudity, sexual content, hate speech, harassment, or abusive behavior. Reported users may be permanently banned from the platform.
4. How We Share Your Information
We only share information with your consent, to comply with laws, provide services, protect rights, or fulfill business obligations.
Other Users
Your profile information such as name, age, photo, bio, and approximate location (City/Country) may be visible to other users.
Service Providers
We may share your data with trusted third-party vendors including Firebase and Google Cloud for hosting, authentication, and database services.
5. Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. Your live video streams are peer-to-peer (WebRTC) and encrypted end-to-end where applicable.
6. Children's Privacy
Age Restriction
The App is strictly for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18. If such information is identified, the account will be removed and associated data deleted.
7. Account Deletion
You may delete your account and associated data anytime through the Settings section within the App. Upon deletion, your data will be permanently removed from our active systems.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected with an updated "Effective Date" at the top of this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
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