Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 23, 2026

Welcome to Phomate. We take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, profile picture, birth year, gender, and other information you provide when creating an account.
• Location Data: With your permission, we collect precise or approximate location data to provide location-based services (like finding nearby photographers or tours).
• Content: Photos, reviews, comments, and messages you upload or send through the app.
• Device Information: Information about your device, including hardware model, operating system, and unique device identifiers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services.
• To facilitate connections between users (e.g., photographers and clients).
• To process transactions and manage subscriptions.
• To send necessary communications, such as security alerts and support messages.
• To personalize your experience and display relevant content.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

• With other users: Information on your public profile is visible to other users.
• Service Providers: We may share data with third-party vendors who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., payment processing, cloud storage).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You can manage your account settings within the app or contact our support team for assistance.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page or through an in-app notification.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@phomate.com.