1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Personal Information:
• Name: We collect names to identify users and display them within the family tree.
• Email Address: We use email addresses for account recovery, notifications, and communication.
• Phone Number: We use phone numbers for account recovery and verification.
• Date of Birth: We collect dates of birth for age verification and to display birthday reminders.
• Photos: We collect photos for profile pictures and for sharing family memories within the App.
• Educational, business and family related data.

Location Data:
• User’s Current Location: We collect your current location to show nearby family members and to allow you to tag photos with location information.

Usage Data:
• App Usage: We track how you use the App to improve its functionality and understand user behavior.
• In-App Purchases: We track in-app purchases to process payments and provide access to premium features.
• Pages Visited: We track the pages you visit to understand your interests and personalize your experience.

Device Information:
• Device Type: We collect device type information to optimize the App for different devices.
• Operating System: We collect operating system information to ensure compatibility and provide updates.
• Unique Device Identifiers: We collect unique device identifiers to track unique users and for analytics purposes.

Contacts:
• We access your contacts to help you find and connect with family members who are already using the App and to invite new users to join. We may store contact information on our servers to facilitate these connections.

Photos/Videos:
• You can upload and share photos and videos within the App. The photos and videos you share will be accessible to other family members within your designated family group.

Children’s Data:
• We collect limited personal information about children, such as their name and relationship to other family members, for the purpose of enabling family members to share and view information within the family group. Children cannot create accounts or log in to the application.
We do not collect financial or health data.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:
• Directly from Users: We collect information when you register for an account, create a profile, upload content, and otherwise interact with the App.
• Automatically: We collect certain information automatically through the use of cookies, analytics tools, and other technologies.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
• To provide the core functionality of the App, including connecting families and enabling the sharing of content.
• To personalize your experience, such as showing you relevant content and recommending family members to connect with.
• To send you notifications, such as new message alerts and birthday reminders. You can manage your notification preferences in the App settings.
• To improve the App’s performance, features, and user experience.
• To analyze App usage and trends.

4. Data Sharing

We share information in the following ways:
• Family Members: Information you share within the App will be accessible to other members of your designated family group.
• Third-Party Service Providers: We use third-party service providers to assist us with various functions, such as analytics, hosting, and payment processing. These providers may have access to your information to the extent necessary to perform their services. We have data processing agreements in place with these providers to protect your information.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or other legal process.
• We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the App’s services. We may also retain certain information for longer periods as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. You can delete your account and data by contacting us at support@familytree.social.

7. User Rights

You have the following rights with respect to your personal information:
• Access: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You have the right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You have the right to delete your account and personal information.
• Objection: You have the right to object to certain data processing activities.
• Data Portability: You have the right to request your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@familytree.social.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our application is designed for family use and may collect limited personal information about children (such as name and relationship) for the purpose of enabling family members to share and view information within the family group. Children cannot create accounts or log in to the application.
Parental Consent: We require verifiable parental consent before collecting, using, or sharing any personal information about children. Parents or legal guardians must provide this consent during the family account setup process.
Use of Children’s Data: Children’s personal information is only accessible to authorized family members within the app and is not shared with third parties except as required by law or as necessary to provide our services.
Parental Rights: Parents or legal guardians have the right to review, correct, or delete their child’s personal information at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [your contact email].
Data Security: We implement reasonable security measures to protect children’s personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Compliance: We comply with applicable children’s privacy laws in the United States (COPPA), India (DPDP Act), and the United Arab Emirates (PDPL).
If you have any questions or concerns about our children’s privacy practices, please contact us at support@familytree.social.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your country. We will take appropriate safeguards to protect your information in connection with any international data transfers.

10. 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 a notice in the App or by sending you an email.

11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
BlueRose Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
MS Square, BlueRose Technologies, 34, Langford Rd,
Bheemanna Garden, Langford Town, Shanti Nagar,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560027
support@familytree.social

12. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.