Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how DongChi collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our app and services.
1. Information We Collect
When you use DongChi, we may collect the following types of information:
Account Information
- Email address (from Apple or Google Sign-In)
- Display name
- Profile photo (if provided by your sign-in provider)
Content You Create
- Photos, videos, and audio recordings you upload
- Captions and descriptions
- Location data associated with your content
Usage Information
- Content you view and interact with
- Reactions (likes) you make
- App usage patterns and preferences
Device Information
- Device type and operating system
- Unique device identifiers
- App version
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Display your content on the globe for other users to discover
- Personalize your experience
- Send you notifications about activity on your content
- Ensure the safety and security of our community
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Location Data
DongChi uses location data to:
- Pin your uploaded content to specific locations on the globe
- Show you content from nearby locations
- Enable location-based discovery features
Your location is only captured when you actively choose to upload content. You can browse the app and view others' content without sharing your location.
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Public Content: Content you upload is visible to other DongChi users
- Service Providers: We use third-party services for hosting, analytics, and infrastructure
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure token-based authentication
- Regular security audits
- Secure storage on iOS Keychain for sensitive data
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have control over your information:
- Access: View your profile and content at any time
- Delete Content: Remove any post you've created
- Delete Account: Request account deletion with a 30-day recovery period
- Block Users: Prevent specific users from seeing your content
- Guest Mode: Browse without creating an account
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:
- Your account enters a 30-day recovery period
- After 30 days, your account and associated content are permanently deleted
- Some anonymized data may be retained for analytics purposes
8. Children's Privacy
DongChi is not intended for users under 17 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of DongChi after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us: