Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your data when you use Flopp.app ("Flopp", "we", "our", or "us"), Ottawa's first ever social network where users discover local spots, share experiences, and connect with the Ottawa community. By using the app, you agree to this policy.

When you use Flopp, we may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: email address, name, username, profile information, login provider info.
• Social Content: posts about Ottawa experiences, comments, reactions, reviews, and other user-generated content.
• Device & Usage Info: device type, OS, app version, screen views, interactions, and engagement metrics.
• Location & Preferences: Ottawa area preferences, interests, and demographic information for personalized content and ads.

Note: We do not collect precise real-time location data without your explicit consent. Location information is limited to Ottawa-area preferences and general location for relevant local content.

We use your data to:

• Deliver social features and content sharing
• Enable user interactions and community features
• Display user posts and Ottawa local experiences
• Provide personalized recommendations for Ottawa businesses and events
• Improve app experience and troubleshoot bugs
• Communicate with you about updates or support
• Analyze usage patterns and engagement metrics

We may use your data for advertising purposes, including:

• Personalized Ads: Show relevant ads based on your interests, local preferences, and demographic information
• Local Business Promotion: Recommend Ottawa businesses, services, or sponsored local content
• Cross-Platform Advertising: Use your data to show ads on third-party platforms and social media
• Analytics: Analyze advertising performance and user engagement

You can opt out of personalized advertising in your account settings, though you may still see general ads.

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data only with:

• Trusted third parties (OpenAI, Firebase, advertising partners, etc.)
• Legal authorities if required
• A buyer if we sell or merge the business
• Other users (only content you choose to share publicly)

Public Content: When you post spending stories, debt callouts, or other content publicly, it may be visible to other users and potentially indexed by search engines.

We use encryption, secure APIs, and best practices to protect your information. No system is 100% secure, so please use strong passwords and keep your account info safe.

Social Sharing Risks: Be aware that publicly shared financial information may be seen by others and could potentially be used maliciously. Use discretion when posting.

You may have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request deletion or correction
• Withdraw consent
• Opt out of personalized advertising
• Control what content is shared publicly

You can delete your account anytime via settings or by emailing hello@flopp.app. Note that some publicly shared content may remain visible to others.

Flopp is not intended for children under 13. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

We retain your data while your account is active. After deletion, data will be removed from live systems within 30 days (some backups may remain temporarily). Publicly shared content may remain visible to others even after account deletion.

We may update this policy from time to time. If there are significant changes, we'll notify you via the app or email.

Questions? Email us at hello@flopp.app