Privacy Policy & Terms

Last Updated: August 10, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Collect mobile application (“App”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and this Privacy Policy (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

Collect lets users discover, save, and organize collections of content, create personal collections, share them (if chosen), and discover collections created by others.

3. User Accounts

  • You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account.
  • You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
  • You must be at least 13 years old to use this App.
  • One person may not maintain more than one account.

4. User Content and Ownership

  • You retain ownership of content you create and share through the App.
  • You grant Collect a license to display, store, and share your content as necessary to provide the service.
  • You can set your profile to private to limit visibility of your collections.
  • Content you mark as public may be visible to other users of the App.
  • We reserve the right to remove content that violates our guidelines.

5. Privacy Policy and Data Collection

Information We Collect

  • Account information (name, email, profile photo) via Google Sign-In
  • Content you create, save, and organize within the App
  • Usage data and analytics to improve our service
  • Device information and technical data for app functionality

How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and maintain the App’s functionality
  • To personalize your experience and display relevant content
  • To communicate with you about service updates
  • To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
  • To ensure security and prevent misuse

Data Sharing

  • With service providers who help us operate the App
  • Aggregated, non-personal data for business purposes
  • If required by law or to protect our rights
  • In a business transfer, user data may be transferred to new owners

Your Privacy Controls

  • Set your profile to private to control content visibility
  • Delete your account and associated data at any time
  • Contact us to request information about your data

6. Data Security and Retention

  • Industry-standard security measures protect your information
  • Data is stored securely using encrypted databases and secure cloud services
  • We retain your data while your account is active
  • Upon account deletion, personal data is deleted within 30 days
  • Some data may be retained if required by law or for legitimate business purposes

7. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

  • Upload illegal, harmful, or inappropriate content
  • Violate applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the App or other users’ accounts
  • Use the App for commercial purposes without permission
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users

8. Content Guidelines

  • Content must be appropriate for all ages
  • No copyrighted material without proper permission
  • No spam, misleading information, or malicious content
  • We may remove content that violates these guidelines

9. Third-Party Services and Integrations

  • The App integrates with Google Sign-In for authentication
  • Third-party services have their own terms and privacy policies
  • We may integrate with additional third-party services
  • We are not responsible for third-party service practices or policies

10. Changes to Privacy Policy and Terms

  • We may modify these Terms and the Privacy Policy at any time
  • We’ll attempt to notify users of material changes
  • Continuing to use the App after changes means you accept the new terms
  • We may update data practices, sharing policies, and privacy controls
  • Please review these Terms periodically

11. App Store Compliance

  • Your use must comply with applicable App Store terms
  • We may update the App to maintain compliance
  • Some features may be limited by platform restrictions

12. Children’s Privacy

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
  • If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information
  • Parents/guardians may contact us to review or delete a child’s information

13. International Users

  • The App is operated from the United States
  • By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to the U.S.
  • Different countries may have different privacy laws and protections

14. Disclaimers

  • The App is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind
  • No guarantee of uninterrupted or error-free service
  • We are not liable for user-generated content
  • We cannot guarantee the accuracy of user-submitted information

15. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Collect shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the App.

16. Account Termination

  • You may delete your account at any time through the App settings
  • We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms
  • Upon termination, your right to use the App ceases immediately
  • We may terminate the service with reasonable notice

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or the Privacy Policy, please contact us through the App’s support features or feedback options.

18. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with applicable law.

By using Collect, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and this Privacy Policy.