Privacy Policy for LinkUp
Last Updated: April 4, 2025
Welcome to LinkUp! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring a secure experience while you connect with nearby users.
1. Information We Collect
LinkUp collects the following types of information to provide its services:
a. Information You Provide
- Chat Data: Messages and files you send or receive through the App are stored locally on your device.
- Device Name: A user-defined name for your device may be visible to nearby users during connection.
b. Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: We access your device’s Bluetooth and location data to discover and connect with nearby devices.
- Permissions Data: The App requests permissions for Bluetooth, location, and storage to enable its core functionality.
c. Information We Do Not Collect
- We do not collect personal identifiers such as your name, email address, or phone number unless you explicitly provide them in chats.
- We do not store your data on external servers unless specified otherwise.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To Enable Communication: Bluetooth and location data allow the App to discover and connect with nearby devices for chatting.
- To Store Messages: Chat data and files are saved locally on your device to maintain conversation history.
- To Improve the App: Anonymized usage data may be used to enhance App performance and fix bugs.
3. How We Share Your Information
- Nearby Users: Your device name and chat content are shared directly with nearby users you connect with via Bluetooth. This is a peer-to-peer process and does not involve our servers.
- Third Parties: We do not share your information with third parties, except as required by law or to protect our rights.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
4. Data Storage and Security
- Local Storage: All chat data and files are stored on your device. We do not operate central servers to store your information.
- Security Measures: We use industry-standard encryption for Bluetooth communication to protect your data during transmission.
- Your Responsibility: You are responsible for securing your device and the data stored on it.
5. Permissions
LinkUp requires the following permissions:
- Location: To detect nearby devices via Bluetooth (required by Android for proximity features).
- Bluetooth: To discover, advertise, and connect with nearby devices.
- Storage: To save chat files (e.g., documents) locally on your device.
These permissions are essential for the App’s core functionality. You can revoke them in your device settings, but this may limit the App’s features.
6. Your Choices
- Delete Data: You can delete chat history by removing conversations within the App or uninstalling it, which clears all locally stored data.
- Opt-Out: Stop using the App to cease all data collection and sharing.
7. Children’s Privacy
LinkUp is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us to have it removed.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted here with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: