Last Updated: June 9, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how asl (the "Application," "we," "us," or "Developer") collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you use our iOS application and related services. By using the Application, you agree to the practices described here.
asl is intended for adults aged 18 and over. It is not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18.
| Category | Examples | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Account & Authentication | Email address and password for registered accounts; a temporary anonymous identifier if you browse without registering. | Create and secure your account. |
| Profile Information | Username, headline/tagline, bio, mood, emoji avatar, profile theme, favorited venues, and an optional Spotify track reference. | Build your public profile shown to other users. |
| User-Generated Content | Missed-connection posts, connection/proof requests, and private chat messages. | Operate the core "missed connections" features. |
| Precise Location | Your device's location while you are using the app, when you grant permission. | Show venues and regional activity near you and confirm the region you post in. We do not track your location in the background. |
| Device Identifier | A device identifier (UUID). | Security, fraud/abuse prevention, and enforcing bans of accounts or devices that violate our rules. |
| Purchase Information | App Store transaction identifiers and purchase receipts for in-app theme packs. | Verify purchases and unlock the content you bought. Payment card details are handled by Apple — we never receive them. |
| Diagnostic & Technical Data | IP address, timestamps, and basic device/app information collected by our infrastructure providers. | Operate, secure, and debug the service. |
We do not sell or rent your personal information, and we do not use it to track you across other companies' apps or websites for advertising. We share data only with the service providers needed to run the app:
| Provider | Purpose | Data involved |
|---|---|---|
| Google Firebase / Google Cloud | Authentication, database, hosting, and serverless functions. | Account data, profile, user content, device identifier, diagnostic data. |
| Google (Gemini API) | Automated content moderation. | The text of posts, proofs, chat messages, and profile fields you submit, sent for safety analysis. |
| Foursquare | Venue search and place details. | Your venue search terms and selected city/region (not your identity). |
| Apple | In-app purchases and receipt validation. | Purchase transaction and receipt data. |
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, and security of our users and the service.
We keep your personal data while your account is active or as needed to provide the service and meet legal obligations.
You can delete your account at any time inside the app: open Settings and use "Delete My Account Forever." This permanently removes your account and your posts, connection requests, chats, and messages from our database (typically within 24 hours). You may also request deletion or exercise other rights (access, correction, withdrawal of consent) by contacting us at the email below.
You can control location access at any time in your device's iOS Settings.
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, and the app includes a privacy screen to help prevent screen capture of private content. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
The Application is for users 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18. If you believe a minor has provided us information, contact us and we will delete it.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by the "Last Updated" date above and, where appropriate, in-app notice.
Questions or privacy requests: asl.support@proton.me