Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Pynio, a travel video sharing platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our platform. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username, email address, and password
Profile Information: You may choose to provide additional profile information such as a profile picture, bio, and location
Content: We collect the videos, photos, descriptions, tags, and other content you post on the platform
Communications: When you contact us for support or communicate with other users through our messaging feature

Information Automatically Collected

Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile carrier
Usage Information: How you interact with the Service, including videos watched, features used, and time spent
Location Information: With your permission, we may collect your device's location to enhance content discovery
Log Information: Access times, pages viewed, IP address, and the page you visited before navigating to our Service

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Provision: To provide, operate, and maintain the Pynio platform
User Experience: To personalize your experience and improve our Service
Content Delivery: To recommend relevant travel content and connect you with other users
Communications: To send you updates, security alerts, and support messages
Safety and Security: To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or illegal activities
Analytics: To understand how users interact with our Service and improve functionality
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

Public Content: Content you choose to share publicly (videos, profile information) is visible to other users
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Pynio, our users, or others
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Employee training on data protection practices

Important: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
Portability: Request a copy of your personal information in a portable format
Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
Objection: Object to processing of your personal information for certain purposes
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@pynio.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we need to retain certain information for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove such information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information.

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 on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.