Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hint ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

When you join our waitlist or use our Service, we may collect the following information:

Waitlist Information: Name, email address, phone operating system (iOS/Android), country, and any optional comments you provide
Account Information: Profile information, photos, and other content you choose to share when using the Hint app
Communication Data: Messages and other communications you send through the Service

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access or use our Service, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
Location data (if you grant permission)
Log data (IP address, browser type, access times)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
Process your waitlist registration and notify you when the Service becomes available
Enable you to create and manage your profile
Facilitate connections and communications between users
Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

4. Data Storage and Security

We use Supabase, a third-party service provider, to store and process your data. Your information is stored securely using industry-standard encryption and security measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing your information
Service Providers: With third-party service providers (like Supabase) who assist us in operating our Service, subject to confidentiality obligations
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Hint, our users, or others
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to users

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request access to your personal information
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (you may still receive service-related messages)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these facilities.

10. 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.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@hintcard.com
Website: hintcard.com