Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7.22.23

Welcome to The Black Book App! Your privacy is essential to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how The Black Book App (referred to as "The Black Book," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you use The Black Book App. By accessing or using The Black Book App, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Personal Information: When you create an account or use certain features of The Black Book App, we may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, phone number, and location data. We may also collect other information you choose to provide voluntarily, such as profile pictures, reviews, and ratings.

1.2 Information We Collect from Facebook login: We acknowledge that, as part of the authentication process, we collect email addresses and profile pictures from users who choose to log in using their Facebook credentials. This information is used solely for the purpose of validating user authenticity within our platform.

1.3. Usage Information: We collect information about how you interact with The Black Book App, including your search queries, browsing activities, and preferences. This information may include IP addresses, device information, and browser type.

1.4. Location Information: With your consent, we may collect location information from your device when you use The Black Book App to provide location-based services and recommendations.

1.5. Cookies and Similar Technologies: The Black Book App may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your device and enhance your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

1.6. Third-Party Information: We may receive information from third-party sources, such as social media platforms, when you interact with The Black Book App through those services.

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1. Service Delivery: 2.1. Service Delivery: We use your personal information to provide The Black Book App's services, including personalized recommendations, search results, and user-generated content.

2.2. Communication: We may use your contact information to communicate with you about your Account, updates, promotions, and other relevant information.

2.3. Analytics: We analyze usage data to understand how users interact with The Black Book App and improve its functionality and performance.

2.4. Advertising: With your consent, we may display personalized ads based on your interests and location.

2.5. Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

3. Information Sharing

3.1. Public Content: Your user-generated content, such as reviews, ratings, and photos, may be visible to other users and the public.

3.2. Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering The Black Book App's services.

3.3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

3.4. Legal Obligations: We may share your information when required by law, to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or to respond to valid legal requests.

4. Your Choices

4.1. Account Settings: You can review and update your Account information by accessing your Account settings within The Black Book App.

4.2. Communication Preferences: You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails or push notifications by changing your communication preferences.

4.3. Location Information: You can manage location services through your device settings or by adjusting the location preferences within The Black Book App.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

The Black Book App may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Policy does not apply to third-party websites or services, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of those third-party sites and services.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Children's Privacy

The Black Book App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If you believe that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, please contact us, and we will promptly take appropriate measures.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated Policy on The Black Book App or by other means. Your continued use of The Black Book App after the changes take effect signifies your acceptance of the revised Policy.

9. Data Deletion Options

Users have the following options for managing their data:

  • Account Deletion via Platform

    Users can delete their account data directly through our platform by accessing the "Delete Account" option within the "My Account" section. This option is available once the user is logged in.

  • Email Request for Account Deletion

    Alternatively, users who wish to delete their account can send an email to hello@officialblackbook.com with a deletion request. Our team will process such requests promptly.

10. Data Deletion Process

Upon initiating the account deletion process through either method mentioned above, we will permanently remove the user's account data from our system. This includes the email address and profile picture associated with the user's Facebook login.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Policy or The Black Book App, please contact us at hello@officialblackbook.com. By using The Black Book App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.