Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 10, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how project(u) ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile applications, including Chaperone, and any related services (collectively, the "Services").
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our Services:
- Account Information — Your name and email address when you create an account.
- Profile Information — Profile photos you choose to upload.
- Usage Data — Information about how you interact with the app, including features used, session duration, and crash reports, collected through Firebase Analytics.
- Device Information — Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Services.
- Create and manage your account.
- Enable features such as event invitations, group chat, and venue recommendations.
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience.
- Send important notifications related to your account or events.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With other users — Your name, profile photo, and event-related information may be visible to other users you interact with through the app.
- Service providers — We use third-party services such as Firebase (Google) for analytics, authentication, and cloud infrastructure. These providers process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal requirements — We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely using Firebase cloud infrastructure. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your account and associated data.
- Opt out of analytics data collection through your device settings.
Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
Website Analytics
Our website (projectugarte.com) uses Google Analytics to help us understand visitor traffic — such as which pages are visited, approximate geographic region, and browser or device type. This data is aggregated and does not personally identify you. Google Analytics may set cookies in your browser to distinguish repeat visits.
You can opt out of analytics collection by using your browser's tracking-protection settings, blocking cookies for this site, or installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Google's handling of this data is described in Google's Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy within the app or on our website. Your continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at: