Privacy Policy for StartTheRipple

Effective Date: July 2026

StartTheRipple ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information the StartTheRipple mobile application ("the App") collects, how it is used, and your choices regarding that information.

Information We Collect

Location Information

With your permission, StartTheRipple accesses your device's location only while you are using the App. Your location is used solely to identify nearby users so you can send and receive anonymous compliments.

You may disable location access at any time through your device's Settings. Some features of the App may not function properly without location access.

Sign In Information

You may choose to sign in using:

• Sign in with Apple

• Google Sign-In

These services authenticate your identity. StartTheRipple only receives the information necessary to identify your account as provided by Apple or Google. We do not collect or store your passwords.

Push Notifications

If you choose to enable notifications, StartTheRipple uses your device's push notification token to deliver notifications, such as when you receive a compliment or other app-related updates.

You can disable notifications at any time in your device's Settings.

Information We Do Not Collect

StartTheRipple does not:

• Sell your personal information

• Display third-party advertising

• Use analytics or behavioral tracking

• Collect precise location when the App is not in use

• Collect contacts, photos, or other personal content from your device

How Your Information Is Used

We use the limited information collected to:

• Enable anonymous compliment sharing

• Identify nearby users

• Authenticate your sign-in

• Deliver push notifications

• Maintain the functionality and security of the App

Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Information is shared only when necessary to provide the App's functionality or when required by law.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information used by the App. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure.

Children's Privacy

StartTheRipple is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: support@starttheripple.app