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Privacy Policy for Met
Last Updated: March 2026
At Met, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
1. Information We Collect
To provide our core "Nearby Encounter" services, we collect the following:
Account Information: Display name, profile photo, bio, and social media links you choose to provide.
Location Data: Precise GPS coordinates.
Bluetooth Data: Unique, non-identifiable numeric hashes (UID Hashes) used for device-to-device recognition via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Authentication Data: Email addresses and login credentials managed securely via Google Firebase.
2. Use of Background Location & Bluetooth (Core Disclosure)
Met’s primary purpose is to help you discover people you have physically crossed paths with. To function correctly, Met collects location data and performs Bluetooth scanning even when the app is closed or not in use.
Why we need this: Without background access, the app cannot "detect" an encounter unless you have the app open in your hand at the exact moment you pass someone.
Proximity vs. History: We do not build a permanent map of your movements. Location data is used transiently to calculate proximity to other users and is only recorded as a static "Encounter" event (Time + Approximate Location) when a match is found.
User Control: You can disable background tracking at any time in your device settings, though this will prevent the app from recording new encounters.
3. How We Use Your Information
Facilitating Encounters: Matching your UID Hash with others in physical proximity.
Profile Display: Showing your chosen profile details to users you have "Met."
Safety & Blocking: Maintaining your "Blocked Users" list to ensure you remain invisible to specific individuals.
4. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services
We do not sell your personal or location data. We use the following secure sub-processors:
Google Play Services: For core Android functionality.
Google Firebase: For encrypted data storage, real-time database, and authentication.
5. Data Retention & Account Deletion
We only store data for as long as your account is active.
In-App Deletion: You may delete your account via the Profile Settings. This action permanently deletes your profile, location breadcrumbs, and encounter history from our active databases.
Web-Based Deletion: In compliance with Google Play requirements, if you have deleted the app and wish to request data removal, you may do so via our [Data Deletion Request Form] (Link your Google Form here).
6. Security
Your data is encrypted in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest using Google’s enterprise-grade security infrastructure. We implement strict access controls to ensure your location data remains private.
7. Contact Us
For questions regarding this policy or your data, contact us at: [metapp.contact@gmail.com]