Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 8, 2025
Effective Date: November 8, 2025
Introduction
PinkFlag ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the PinkFlag mobile application (the "App").
Our Privacy Commitment
PinkFlag is built with privacy as a core principle. We collect minimal personal information and never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address
Usage Information
- Search credits and purchase history
- Search history (stored locally on your device only)
- App usage analytics
Information We DO NOT Collect
We explicitly do NOT collect:
- Your name or personal identifiers
- Location data or GPS coordinates
- Contact lists or phone numbers
- Photos or media files
- Search queries or results (not stored on our servers)
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
- Account management and authentication
- Delivering the search service
- Processing credit purchases through the App Store
- Providing customer support
- Preventing fraud and ensuring security
- Improving our service through analytics
Data Storage and Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Data stored in secure databases with encryption
- All data transmission encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited employee access to user data
Your search history is stored only on your device and can be deleted at any time through the app settings.
Third-Party Services
We use the following trusted third-party services:
Supabase (Database & Authentication)
Used for secure data storage and user authentication. Data is encrypted and stored in secure, compliant facilities.
RevenueCat (Purchase Management)
Manages in-app purchases and subscriptions. Processes payment information through Apple's secure systems.
Apple App Store
Handles all payment processing. We never see or store your payment information.
Public Sex Offender Registry APIs
We query public government databases to provide search results. These searches are not logged or associated with your account.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Export your data (data portability)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Delete your search history at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@pinkflag.us
Children's Privacy
PinkFlag is intended for users aged 17 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 17. If we discover that a user under 17 has provided personal information, we will delete it immediately.
Search Data and Public Records
Important information about searches:
- Search queries are processed in real-time and not stored on our servers
- Search results come from public government registries
- Your search history is stored locally on your device only
- You can delete your search history at any time in app settings
- We cannot see what you search for or view your results
Emergency Resources
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Additional resources:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
- RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center: nsvrc.org
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through the app. Continued use of PinkFlag after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you within 72 hours via email and provide details about the breach, affected data, and steps we are taking to resolve the issue.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information we collect
- Right to know if we sell or share personal information (we do not)
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
To exercise these rights, email privacy@pinkflag.us
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of access to 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
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Email: privacy@pinkflag.us
Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
Disclaimer
While we implement strong security measures, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. PinkFlag provides access to public information and should be used as one of multiple tools for personal safety.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.