Privacy Policy for Foti

1. Introduction

Welcome to Foti ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Foti (the "App"). This policy applies to all users who are 18 years of age or older.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Profile information (username, display name, profile picture)
• Contact information (email address for account recovery)
• User-generated content (posts, comments, mood entries, photos, videos)
• Communication data (messages, chat conversations)
• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (app interactions, features used, time spent)

2.2 Device Permissions

Our App requests the following permissions:

• Camera Access: To capture photos and videos for your posts and profile
• Photo Library Access: To select existing photos and videos from your device
• Microphone Access: To record audio for video content and voice messages

2.3 User-Generated Content (UGC)

When you create and share content on Foti, including posts, comments, mood entries, photos, and videos, this information becomes part of our database and may be visible to other users according to your privacy settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining the App's functionality
• Personalizing your user experience
• Facilitating communication between users
• Processing in-app purchases and managing virtual currency
• Moderating content and enforcing community guidelines
• Improving our services and developing new features
• Sending important notifications about your account
• Complying with legal obligations

4. In-App Purchases and Virtual Currency

Foti offers in-app purchases that allow you to:

• Purchase virtual coins for unlocking premium content
• Access exclusive features and content
• Support content creators within the platform

All in-app purchases are processed through Apple's App Store. We do not store your payment information. Purchase history and transaction data may be retained for accounting and customer support purposes.

5. Content Moderation and Community Guidelines

5.1 Prohibited Content

Users are strictly prohibited from posting or sharing content that includes:

• Adult content, pornography, or sexually explicit material
• Content that promotes or depicts violence, self-harm, or disturbing imagery
• Gambling-related content or promotion of gambling services
• Drug-related content, including promotion or sale of illegal substances
• Political propaganda or content intended to influence elections
• Discriminatory content based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics
• Harassment, bullying, or threatening behavior
• Spam, misleading information, or fraudulent content
• Content that violates intellectual property rights

5.2 Enforcement Mechanisms

We maintain a safe community through:

• Reporting System: Users can report inappropriate content or behavior
• Blocking/Blacklisting: Users can block other users to prevent interaction
• Content Review: Our moderation team reviews reported content
• Account Suspension: Violations may result in temporary or permanent account suspension
• Content Removal: Inappropriate content will be removed from the platform

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Content you choose to share publicly
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the App
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Safety and Security: To prevent harm or illegal activities

7. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at fotimail@fotiinfo.com.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. User-generated content may be retained even after account deletion for community safety and legal compliance purposes.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

Foti is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Information

14. Consent

By using Foti, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our App.