Introduction
BandHouse ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, password
- Profile Information: User type (Viewer, Band, Host), profile picture (optional)
- Event Content: Event flyers, venue information, dates, times, ticket links
- Social Links: Instagram handles and Spotify links (optional)
Information We Collect Automatically
- Location Data: We collect your device's location to show nearby events and calculate distances
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, events viewed
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
- Analytics: Firebase Analytics data to improve app performance
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the BandHouse service
- Show you nearby events based on your location
- Enable you to post and discover music events
- Connect bands with venues and music fans
- Send notifications about events (with your permission)
- Improve app performance and user experience
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Share Data With:
- Google Maps/Places: To display maps and autocomplete addresses
- Firebase (Google): For authentication, database, and analytics
- Other Users: Your posted events and public profile information are visible to other app users
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the app
We Do NOT:
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Share your email or password with anyone
- Use your location data for purposes other than showing nearby events
Your Rights and Choices
You Can:
- Access: View all your posted events in your profile
- Edit: Update or delete your posted events
- Delete Account: Contact us to delete your account and data
- Opt-Out: Disable location services (may limit app functionality)
- Export: Request a copy of your data
Location Services
- You can enable/disable location access in iOS Settings
- Without location access, distance filtering will not work
- We only access your location when you use the app (not in background)
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures including:
- Firebase Authentication with encrypted passwords
- Secure HTTPS connections for all data transmission
- Firebase App Check to prevent abuse
- Regular security updates
Children's Privacy
BandHouse is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
Data Retention
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active
- Posted Events: Retained until you delete them or your account
- Analytics: Anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely
- Deleted Data: Removed within 30 days of account deletion
Third-Party Services
BandHouse uses the following third-party services:
- Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, analytics
Privacy Policy - Google Maps API: Location and mapping services
Privacy Policy
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending an in-app notification
- Posting a notice in the app
Content Moderation
BandHouse allows users to post event flyers and other content. We take user safety seriously:
- Users can report inappropriate content using the in-app report button
- We review all reports and remove content that violates our guidelines
- Repeat violators may have their accounts suspended or terminated
- We cooperate with law enforcement when required by law
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact us at:
Email: BandHouseHelp@gmail.com
Your Consent
By using BandHouse, you consent to this privacy policy and our collection and use of information as described.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
- Right to know what personal information we collect
- Right to delete your personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email above.
GDPR Rights (European Users)
If you are in the EU/EEA, you have rights under GDPR:
- Right of access to your data
- Right to rectification (correction)
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email above.