localpulse
Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
LocalPulse ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use the LocalPulse app and related services.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account information: Email address, username, display name, profile photo, bio, pronouns, and social media handles
- Location data: Approximate location to show nearby venues and events (only when app is in use)
- Usage data: Events you view, like, RSVP to, or check in to; venues you visit; creators you follow
- Content you create: Posts, comments, ratings, event listings, and live streams
- Device information: Device type, operating system, and app version for performance monitoring
How We Use Your Information
- Personalize your event and venue discovery experience
- Show you relevant events through the For You feed
- Enable live streaming and real-time features
- Connect you with creators, venues, and other users
- Send notifications about events you care about
- Improve app performance and fix bugs
- Comply with legal obligations
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services to power LocalPulse:
- Supabase — Database and authentication (supabase.com/privacy)
- Agora — Live video streaming (agora.io/en/privacy-policy)
- Google Places API — Venue data and mapping (policies.google.com/privacy)
- Anthropic Claude — AI-powered search and content tagging (anthropic.com/privacy)
- Giphy — GIF content in comments (giphy.com/privacy)
- Eventbrite — Event discovery and import (eventbrite.com/privacypolicy)
- Posh — Event discovery and import (posh.vip/privacy)
- Mailgun — Transactional email (mailgun.com/privacy-policy)
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:
- With other users as part of the app's social features (profile, posts, check-ins)
- With service providers who help us operate the app
- When required by law or to protect our rights
- With your consent
Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Correction: Update your profile information at any time in the app
- Opt-out: Disable location access in your device settings
- Private profile: Make your profile private so only approved followers can see your content
To exercise these rights, email us at privacy@thelocalpulse.app
Data Retention
We retain your data as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we remove your personal information within 30 days, except where required by law.
Children's Privacy
LocalPulse is intended for users 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, contact us immediately.
Security
We use industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure authentication, and regular security reviews to protect your data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We'll notify you of significant changes through the app. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Reach us at: