Privacy Policy

Effective date: December 13, 2024

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information: When you join Forget the Socks, we may collect:

• Your name (to make it personal).
• Your email address (for updates and tips).
• Your date of birth (optional — but we love birthdays).
• Preferences and gift lists (to craft those perfect suggestions).

1.2 Usage Data:

• Device details (because smooth compatibility is key).
• Log data, like IP addresses and app usage patterns (it’s nerdy, but it helps us improve).
• Cookies and tracking tech for a more tailored experience.

1.3 Third-Party Data:

• If you connect services like social media, we might collect shared information from those accounts.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Recommend gifts that impress.
• Ensure the app runs seamlessly.
• Send you updates, features, and promotions (only the good stuff).
• Analyze usage to make Forget the Socks even better.
• Meet legal requirements when necessary.

3. Sharing Your Information

3.1 With Your Consent:

We’ll only share your info if you agree.

3.2 With Service Providers:

We partner with trusted providers like Firebase and MailerLite for hosting and communication. Your data stays secure with them.

3.3 Legal Obligations:

If the law asks, we’ll share the bare minimum required.

4. Data Retention

We keep your information as long as we need it for our services or legal obligations. Delete your account? We’ll delete or anonymize your data unless legally required otherwise. For more info, visit our Delete Your Account page.

5. Data Security

We protect your info with:

• Encryption for sensitive data.
• Firewalls and secure servers.
• Regular security updates.

Still, no system is 100% foolproof. Use Forget the Socks with that in mind.

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 Access and Correction:

You can update your info in your account settings.

6.2 Data Deletion:

Want to leave? Contact us at hello@forgetthesocks.app or visit the Delete Your Account page.

6.3 Opt-Out:

Not into our emails? Unsubscribe anytime or update your preferences.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

• Personalize your experience.
• Remember your settings.
• Offer tailored suggestions and occasional promotions.

Adjust your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

Forget the Socks isn’t for users under 13. If we accidentally collect data from a child, it’s deleted promptly. Teens aged 13–18 need parental consent.

9. International Users

Your data may be processed outside your country, including in the U.S., where privacy laws might differ. By using Forget the Socks, you’re okay with that.

10. Changes to This Policy

We might update this policy occasionally—kind of like reorganizing your sock drawer. For major updates, we’ll notify you. Keep using the app? That’s your thumbs-up to the new terms.

11. Contact Us

Got questions? Compliments? Complaints? Email us at privacy@forgetthesocks.app.