Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Plan Bop ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for the Service, including but not limited to:

• Email address
• Name and profile information
• Phone number (optional)
• User preferences and settings

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you access and use the Service, including:

• Device information (type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visits)
• Location data (with your permission)
• Usage patterns and interactions with the Service

2.3 Trip and Planning Data

To provide personalized recommendations and improve your experience, we collect and store:

• Travel preferences and interests
• Past trips and activities
• Destination searches and selections
• Group planning interactions and votes
• Communication with Poppy, our AI assistant
• Booking and payment information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining the Service
• Personalizing your experience and providing tailored recommendations
• Understanding and analyzing usage trends and preferences
• Improving and developing new features and services
• Communicating with you about updates, promotions, and support
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues and fraud
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our Terms of Service

4. Data Aggregation and Monetization

We create non-identifiable, aggregated data sets and user profiles derived from your usage of the Service. This aggregated data:

• Does not contain personally identifiable information
• Cannot be traced back to individual users
• May include trends, preferences, and behavioral patterns

We may use, license, sell, or otherwise monetize this aggregated data to:

• Travel industry partners and tourism boards
• Market research organizations
• Analytics and data intelligence companies
• Advertisers and marketing agencies

This monetization of aggregated data helps us maintain and improve the Service while keeping it free or low-cost for users.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including hosting, data analysis, payment processing, customer service, and marketing assistance.

5.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government agencies).

5.4 Group Members

When you participate in group planning activities, certain information (name, preferences, votes) may be visible to other group members to facilitate collaborative planning.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Aggregated, non-identifiable data may be retained indefinitely.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@planbop.com.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

11. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: