BENTE PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: April 15th, 2025
At Flovara Inc. ("we", "us", "our"), your privacy is a top priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in connection with Bente, our social and dating app powered by augmented reality (AR).
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1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
a. Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email, phone number, gender, birthday, intent (romance, friendship, collab).
- Profile Content: Photos, bios, AR avatar customization.
- User Content: Messages, audio/video interactions, responses to prompts.
- Payment Info: When purchasing Hype currency or upgrades (processed by Stripe or similar vendors).
b. Information We Automatically Collect
- Device Data: IP address, OS, language, unique device IDs.
- Location Data: GPS and check-in location data for gameplay and matching features.
- Usage Data: Features used, time spent, interactions made.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: For functionality, analytics, and security.
c. Information from Others
- If users link accounts or invite friends, we may collect limited info from those services (e.g., Apple, Google).
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2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
- Matchmaking, profile personalization, and location-based features.
- Operating AR game modes and hotspot check-ins.
- Improving app performance through analytics.
- Moderation, safety enforcement, and customer support.
- Marketing and promotional purposes (with opt-out options).
- Legal compliance and fraud prevention.
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3. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION
We do not sell personal data. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, support, payment processing.
- Venue Partners: Anonymized data related to check-ins and engagement.
- Legal and Safety: If required by law or necessary to protect rights/safety.
- Corporate Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or asset transfer.
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4. YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES
- Access & Update: Request your data or correct inaccuracies via support@getbente.com
- Delete: Delete your account and request data deletion.
- Opt Out: Disable marketing emails and control visibility settings (e.g., avatar display at venues).
- Privacy Controls: Toggle location sharing and AR visibility in settings.
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5. DATA RETENTION
- We retain data as long as needed for the purposes outlined in this policy.
- Inactive accounts may be removed after 12 months.
- Deleted accounts are purged within 30 days unless legally required otherwise.
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6. SECURITY MEASURES
- We use encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect your data.
- However, no online platform is 100% secure. Users are encouraged to protect their credentials.
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7. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
- If you are located outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries with adequate safeguards under applicable law.
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8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Bente is strictly for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Violations will result in immediate account deletion and possible legal action.
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9. POLICY UPDATES
We may update this Privacy Policy. If significant changes are made, we will notify users via app notification or email.
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10. CONTACT US
For any questions, requests, or concerns, contact us at support@getbente.com
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By using Bente, you agree to this Privacy Policy.