GigSync - Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 7, 2026
Last Updated: January 7, 2026
INTRODUCTION
GigSync ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the GigSync mobile application.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
1. Account Information
When you create a GigSync account, we collect:
- Email address (for authentication and account recovery)
- Display name (optional, for your profile)
- Profile photo (optional, uploaded by you)
2. Event and Group Data
When you use GigSync, we store:
- Events you create or accept (title, date, location, venue)
- Groups you create or join (group name, member list)
- Chat messages within groups
- RSVP responses to events
- Notifications preferences
3. Technical Information
We automatically collect:
- Device information (device type, operating system version)
- App usage data (features used, crashes, errors)
- Push notification tokens (for sending notifications)
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:
- Provide core functionality (event management, group coordination, chat)
- Authenticate your account (login, password reset)
- Synchronize data across your devices
- Send notifications (event reminders, chat messages, invitations)
- Improve the app (fix bugs, analyze usage patterns)
DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY
Firebase (Google Cloud)
GigSync uses Firebase (by Google) for:
- Authentication (Firebase Auth)
- Database (Cloud Firestore)
- File storage (Firebase Storage - profile photos, group images)
- Push notifications (Firebase Cloud Messaging)
All data is:
- Encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encrypted at rest (Firebase server-side encryption)
- Stored on Google Cloud servers (compliant with GDPR, SOC 2, ISO 27001)
Data Retention
- Active accounts: Data is retained as long as your account is active
- Deleted accounts: All personal data is permanently deleted within 30 days
- Inactive accounts: Accounts inactive for 2+ years may be deleted
DATA SHARING
We DO NOT:
- ❌ Sell your personal information
- ❌ Share your data with third-party advertisers
- ❌ Use your data for marketing purposes
We ONLY share data:
- ✅ With group members you choose to join (name, events, chat messages)
- ✅ With Firebase/Google (as our service provider, under strict privacy agreements)
- ✅ If required by law (court orders, legal obligations)
YOUR RIGHTS
You have the right to:
- Access your data (view all stored information)
- Modify your data (edit profile, events, groups)
- Delete your data (delete account permanently)
- Export your data (request a copy in machine-readable format)
- Opt-out of notifications (disable push notifications)
How to Exercise Your Rights
- Delete account: Settings → Profile → Delete Account
- Export data: Contact us at japanacmusic@hotmail.com
- Questions: Contact us at japanacmusic@hotmail.com
CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
GigSync is NOT intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.
INTERNATIONAL USERS
GigSync is available worldwide. Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers in:
- United States (Firebase/Google Cloud primary region)
- European Union (if selected as your Firebase region)
By using GigSync, you consent to the transfer of your data to these regions.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- In-app notification
- Email (to your registered email address)
- Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Continued use of GigSync after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
COMPLIANCE
GigSync complies with:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation - EU)
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act - USA)
- Apple App Store Guidelines
- Google Play Store Policies
THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
Firebase (Google)
By using GigSync, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 7, 2026.