MeBeer Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to MeBeer ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

By using MeBeer, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This app is intended for users aged 21 and older.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, display name, and profile picture (if using Google Sign-In)
• Drinking Session Data: Drinks logged, session times, and participation in group sessions
• Friends List: Connections you make with other users
• Drink Library: Custom drinks you create

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version
• Usage Data: App features used, session frequency
• Crash Reports: Technical information when the app crashes (via Firebase Crashlytics)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the App's core functionality
• Enable social features (friends, shared sessions)
• Track your achievements and game progress
• Improve the App through analytics
• Send important service notifications

4. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell your personal data.

Your data may be shared in these limited circumstances:

• With Friends: Users you connect with can see your display name and session activity
• Service Providers: Firebase (Google) for authentication, database, and analytics
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights and safety

5. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely using Firebase (Google Cloud Platform) with:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption at rest
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security audits by Google

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: View all data associated with your account
• Correction: Update your profile information at any time
• Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at rconglobal@gmail.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion:

• Personal data is deleted within 30 days
• Anonymized analytics may be retained
• Backup copies are deleted within 90 days

8. Children's Privacy

MeBeer is strictly for users aged 21 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 21. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it immediately.

9. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase Authentication: For secure login
• Firebase Firestore: For data storage
• Firebase Analytics: For usage analytics
• Google Sign-In: Optional sign-in method

These services have their own privacy policies available at firebase.google.com and policies.google.com

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or via email. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:

• Email: rconglobal@gmail.com
• In-App: Profile → Legal

12. California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under CCPA:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights

13. European Users (GDPR)

If you're in the EEA, you have rights under GDPR including:

• Access, rectification, and erasure of data
• Data portability
• Restriction of processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Our legal basis for processing is your consent and legitimate interests in providing the service.