Privacy Policy

Our Place respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you use the Our Place mobile application and website located at https://ourplace.community.

If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact us at support@ourplace.community.

1. Who We Are

Our Place is a community discovery platform available as a mobile application and website. We are in the process of formal business registration. References to "Our Place," "we," or "us" refer to the operators of the Our Place app and website.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you choose to provide directly through the app.

Information you provide

This may include:

• Name and email address
• Uploaded photos and profile content
• Home ZIP code
• Interests and preferences
• Reviews, favorites, and saved places
• Event interactions and participation

Location information

Our Place requires permission to access your approximate location while using the app in order to provide map based functionality. We do not store precise location history.

Payment information

We do not store full payment details.

• In app purchases are handled by Apple App Store or Google Play
• Ticketed events and purchases are processed through Stripe Connect

Payment information is handled directly by these third parties and is subject to their privacy policies.

3. How We Collect Information

We currently collect information only when you voluntarily provide it through the app or website. We do not currently collect background usage analytics or device level tracking data.

4. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

• Provide core app features and functionality
• Create and manage user accounts
• Display content such as places, reviews, and events
• Communicate with you about updates, support requests, or account related notices
• Monitor safety, prevent abuse, and enforce community guidelines
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal data.

We may share limited information with service providers only as necessary to operate the app, including:

• Database and infrastructure providers
• App store platforms for billing and distribution
• Payment processors for ticketed events

These providers only receive information required to perform their services and are obligated to protect it.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Place does not currently use advertising cookies or behavioral tracking technologies. The website may use basic cookies required for functionality. If tracking tools are added in the future, this policy will be updated.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Withdraw consent for certain uses

You can manage many of these options directly in your account settings. You may also contact support@ourplace.community for assistance.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you request account deletion, your account information is deleted in accordance with our data retention practices, except where retention is required by law.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. No system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Place is not intended for children under the age of 13. The app includes user generated public content. While moderation and safety measures exist, we cannot guarantee that all inappropriate content is immediately identified or removed.

11. International Users

Our Place operates in the United States. If you access the app from outside the United States, your information may be processed or stored in the United States or other jurisdictions.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected by updating the effective date. Continued use of the app after changes means you accept the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For privacy related questions or requests, contact: support@ourplace.community