Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Homii ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

Homii is a social platform that connects travelers, expats, and locals to discover events, join communities, and participate in activities worldwide.

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Create or update your profile
• Create or join events
• Join communities
• Communicate with other users
• Contact our support team

This information may include:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, phone number
• Profile Information: Bio, interests, identity tags, location, photos
• Business Information: Business name, description, address (for hosts)
• Event Information: Event details, location, date, time, attendee lists
• Payment Information: Payment details processed by our payment providers

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use Homii, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Information: Pages viewed, time spent, features used
• Location Information: Approximate location based on IP address
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: See our Cookie Policy below

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

• Social Media Platforms: When you choose to sign in using Google, Facebook, or Apple Sign-In, we receive basic profile information such as your name, email address, and profile picture in accordance with your privacy settings on those platforms. We only request the minimum permissions necessary to provide our Services.
• Analytics Providers: To understand how our Services are used and improve user experience
• Payment Processors: To process transactions securely (we do not store full payment card details)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect only for legitimate purposes, including:

• Provide and Maintain Services: To create and manage your account, enable you to discover and participate in events, join communities, and connect with other users
• Personalization: To recommend events, communities, and content tailored to your interests and location preferences
• Communication: To send you important updates about your account, event reminders, and notifications. We will only send promotional materials if you have opted in to receive them, and you can unsubscribe at any time
• Safety and Security: To verify user identities, protect against fraud, abuse, and security risks, and maintain a safe community environment
• Improve Services: To analyze usage patterns, gather feedback, and enhance the functionality and user experience of our platform
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, and enforce our Terms of Service
• Payment Processing: To process event registrations, ticket purchases, and prevent fraudulent transactions
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, provide technical support, and resolve issues

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We only share your data as described in Section 4 below.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Other Users

• Profile information is visible to other Homii users
• Event attendance and community membership may be visible to other members
• Reviews and comments you post are public

4.2 With Service Providers

• Cloud hosting providers (e.g., Supabase, Vercel)
• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
• Email service providers
• Analytics services

4.3 For Legal Reasons

• To comply with legal obligations
• To respond to legal requests from authorities
• To protect our rights, safety, and property
• To prevent fraud or illegal activities

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant providers

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to processing of your information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contactus@homiiglobal.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When you delete your account:

• Your profile and personal information will be deleted within 30 days
• Some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes
• Public content (reviews, comments) may remain but will be anonymized

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns
• Provide personalized content

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

9. Third-Party Services

Our platform integrates with trusted third-party services to provide functionality:

9.1 Authentication Services

• Google Sign-In: Allows you to sign in using your Google account. We only request basic profile information (name, email, profile picture).Google Privacy Policy
• Facebook Login: Enables sign-in with Facebook. We request minimal permissions (public profile, email).Facebook Privacy Policy
• Apple Sign-In: Provides secure authentication via Apple ID.Apple Privacy Policy

9.2 Payment Processing

• Stripe: Securely processes payments for event tickets and fees. We do not store your full payment card details on our servers.Stripe Privacy Policy

9.3 Other Services

• Maps Services: For location features and event mapping
• Cloud Infrastructure: Supabase for secure data storage and authentication

Important: These third-party services operate independently and have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We are committed to protecting the privacy of children and comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age without verifiable parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 13 has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately at contactus@homiiglobal.com. We will promptly investigate and take appropriate steps to delete such information from our systems.

For users between 13 and 18 years of age, we encourage parental or guardian involvement in their use of our Services and recommend reviewing this Privacy Policy together.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using Homii, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of Homii after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

14. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to be informed about data collection
• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision-making

Our legal basis for processing your data includes your consent, performance of a contract, legal obligations, and legitimate interests.

15. CCPA Compliance (For California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

We do not sell your personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at contactus@homiiglobal.com