Privacy Policy

We believe in transparency. Here's exactly what we do with your data - no legal jargon, just straight talk.

Who We Are

Spotz is operated by AllSpace, LLC, a company based in Oregon, United States.

Email: hello@getspotz.app

Mailing Address: 1929 SW Carter Ln, Portland, OR 97201

The Quick Version

We collect only what we need to make Spotz work for you. We don't sell your personal data. Ever. You can delete your account and data anytime.

That's the gist! But lawyers say we need more details, so here they are...

What We Collect

Account Information

When you sign up, we collect your email address and any profile info you choose to add (name, photo, bio).

Content You Create

Spots, invitations, messages, comments, photos, videos, and other user-generated content you create in the app. You own this content; we store and process it to provide the service to you and other users you share it with.

Social & Activity Information

We collect information about how you interact with Spotz, including which spots you create or join, your interactions with other users (such as reactions and comments), and your activity within the app.

Usage Information

How you interact with the app (features used, crash reports) to help us improve. This may be de-identified or aggregated where possible.

Device Information

Basic device info (OS version, app version) for troubleshooting and compatibility.

Location (Optional)

Depending on your device settings, we may collect approximate or precise location information. We use location for features like showing your distance from a spot or helping you find nearby spots. You can enable, disable, or adjust location permissions at any time through your device settings.

Precise location data is treated as sensitive information under many privacy laws, and you can disable location access at any time through your device settings.

Contacts (Optional)

We do not upload or store your entire address book by default. We only process the specific contacts you select when you choose to invite someone to a spot. These contact details are used to send invitations and to check whether those contacts already have a Spotz account. We do not sell contact information. Invitees who receive messages can opt out of future invitations by following the instructions in the message or by contacting us at hello@getspotz.app.

AI Interactions

If you use AI features, your prompts are processed to generate responses. We don't use these to train AI models.

How We Use Your Data

To Provide the Service

Store your content, sync across devices, and make features work.

To Improve Spotz

Understand how people use the app so we can make it better.

To Communicate

Send important updates about your account or the service (no spam, promise).

To Keep Things Secure

Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues.

Who We Share With

Service Providers

Companies that help us run Spotz (cloud hosting, analytics). They're contractually bound to protect your data.

AI Providers

If you use AI features, your prompts go to AI providers (OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, xAI) to generate responses. See their privacy policies for details.

Legal Requirements

If required by law, court order, or to protect safety.

With Your Consent

Any other sharing only happens with your explicit permission.

We Never Sell Your Data

Let's be crystal clear: we do not sell your personal information. Not to advertisers, data brokers, or anyone else.

How We Protect Your Data

Encryption

Your data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest.

Secure Infrastructure

We use industry-standard cloud providers with strong security practices.

Access Controls

Only authorized team members can access user data, and only when necessary.

Regular Reviews

We regularly review and update our security practices.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We and our service providers use cookies, device identifiers, and mobile SDKs to operate and improve Spotz. These technologies help us with:

You can adjust cookie settings in your browser and manage some permissions through your device or app settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the service.

Your Rights

These apply to all users, regardless of location

Access Your Data

Request a copy of the personal data we have about you.

Correct Your Data

Update or fix inaccurate information.

Delete Your Data

Request deletion of your account and associated data.

Export Your Data

Get your data in a portable format.

Opt Out

Opt out of non-essential data collection and marketing.

No Discrimination

We won't treat you differently for exercising these rights.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@getspotz.app or use the in-app settings.

State-Specific Rights

California (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act and California Privacy Rights Act:

We currently do not "sell" or "share" personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as defined under California law.

To exercise these rights, email hello@getspotz.app with "Privacy Request" in the subject line, or use the in-app privacy tools when available. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Other US States

If you reside in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Iowa, Indiana, Tennessee, Montana, Texas, Oregon, Delaware, New Jersey, New Hampshire, or another state with comprehensive privacy legislation, you may have similar rights, including:

We currently do not sell personal information or engage in targeted advertising based on personal information from third parties. To exercise your rights, email hello@getspotz.app with "Privacy Request" in the subject line or use in-app tools when available. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

To protect your information, we may need to verify your identity before processing a privacy request. Verification may include confirming access to your account email or providing additional information reasonably necessary to confirm your identity.

Sensitive Data

We only process sensitive personal information (like precise location) with your consent and for purposes you'd expect.

Browser Signals

We do not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. However, if your jurisdiction requires us to honor legally mandated opt-out signals such as Global Privacy Control (GPC), we will comply with those requirements where applicable. You can also exercise your privacy rights directly by emailing us at hello@getspotz.app or using in-app privacy tools when available.

Children's Privacy

Spotz is not intended for children under 13. We don't knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us data, please contact us immediately at hello@getspotz.app and we'll delete it.

Data Retention

Active Accounts

We keep your data as long as your account is active.

Deleted Accounts

When you delete your account, we remove your personal data within 30 days, except where we need to keep it for legal reasons.

Backups

Data in backups is automatically deleted as backups rotate (typically within 90 days).

Legal Retention

We may retain limited information such as security logs or billing records for longer periods when required or permitted by law, even after account deletion.

International Transfers

Your data may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international transfers.

Where data is transferred outside of the United States, we use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses where required.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We'll notify you of significant changes through the app or email. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Us

Questions? Concerns? Just want to say hi?

Email: hello@getspotz.app

We aim to respond within 48 hours.