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Privacy Policy

Introduction

Light Nudge Engineering ("we," "us," "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your data when you use the Runbuds app ("Runbuds"). By using Runbuds, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Data Collection

We collect the following information when you create an account:

  • Phone number (for authentication)
  • Name
  • Avatar (profile image)
  • Location

Automatically Collected Data

We automatically collect Technical Information including:

  • Device type and UUID (for authentication purposes)
  • IP address and location-related information
  • Screen size and operating system
  • Networking details
  • Screen views and event tracking data
  • Interaction patterns within the app
  • Device characteristics and activity state (e.g., app foreground state)

Use of Collected Data

We use the data we collect for:

  • Account authentication and verification
  • Providing and improving our service
  • Enhancing user experience
  • Ensuring security and integrity of our app
  • Analytics and performance tracking

Sharing of Data with Third Parties

We share limited user data with the following third-party services:

  • AWS S3: Storage of user-uploaded media content.
  • Twilio: Processing phone numbers for authentication purposes.
  • Railway: Infrastructure hosting and data storage.

We do not share your personal data for marketing or promotional purposes with any third parties.

Data Storage and Security

All user data is securely stored on Railway, with infrastructure located in the United States, employing industry-standard encryption at rest and in transit. Sensitive personal data, such as mobile numbers and messages, receive additional encryption safeguards at the software level. Please review Railway's security practices.

Data Retention

We retain user data only as long as necessary to provide our services. When you delete your account, your personal information and uploaded content are deleted immediately.

Analytics data retained during this period is used solely to improve app performance and user experience.

Your Data Rights

You may:

  • Access and update your information directly within Runbuds.
  • Delete your account and associated data via the account section of the app.

Cookies and Tracking

Runbuds does not use cookies, tracking pixels, or similar tracking technologies.

Children's Privacy

Runbuds is not intended for users under 13 years old, and we rely on Apple's built-in age restrictions to enforce this policy. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will promptly delete it.

International Data Transfers and GDPR

All data is stored in the United States. Users from outside the U.S. explicitly consent to data transfers and processing within the U.S. We adhere to GDPR and applicable data protection laws and regularly review our compliance practices.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at raffi@runbuds.app.

Effective Date: August 30, 2025