Effective Date: 11/01/2025
Last Updated: 04/05/2026

In the Wild ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and related services (the “App”).

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information:
- Name, email address, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, and preferences
- Photos, bios, and profile details you provide
- Account credentials and login information

Location Data:
- Real-time or approximate location data (if you enable location services)
- Check-ins to venues and places you interact with in the App
- Proximity data used to show nearby users

Usage Data:
- Events you express interest in
- Matches, interactions, and messaging activity
- Features you use, screen views, and interactions within the App

Device Information:
- IP address, device type, operating system, and app version
- Device identifiers and diagnostic data

Messages between users may be processed and stored to enable communication, enforce our policies, and improve user safety.

We may review, monitor, or analyze user-generated content (including messages, photos, and profile content) using automated systems or manual review to detect violations of our Terms, enforce safety policies, and protect users.

Users are solely responsible for the content they share and their interactions with others. We do not conduct background checks on users and do not guarantee the behavior or identity of any individual on the App.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, similar tracking technologies, and device identifiers to enhance user experience, analyze usage, and improve the App. You can control certain tracking preferences through your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
- Provide and operate the App
- Match you with users based on preferences, location, and event interests
- Show you relevant people and experiences nearby
- Facilitate real-world check-ins and social interactions
- Personalize your experience within the App
- Communicate with you about updates, features, or support
- Monitor, detect, and prevent fraud, abuse, or unsafe behavior
- Improve performance, features, and user experience

We process your information based on your consent, our contractual obligations to provide the App, our legitimate interests in operating and improving the App, and compliance with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information:
- With service providers that help operate the App (such as hosting, analytics, payment processing, or identity verification providers)
- With partners, only if you choose to engage with promotions, offers, or event integrations
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
- To protect the rights, safety, and integrity of our users and platform
- Your information may be transferred as part of a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of company assets.

Some information you provide (such as your profile, photos, and check-ins) may be visible to other users based on your settings and activity within the App. Other information (such as your email and account data) is not publicly visible.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to support functionality such as:
- Location and mapping services
- Payment processing
- Identity verification
- Analytics and infrastructure

These services may collect and process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies.

6. Location & Visibility Controls

You control how your location is shared in the App.

You may:
- Enable or disable location services through your device settings
- Control when you check in to locations
- Adjust visibility settings for your profile and activity

Location-based features may not function properly if location access is disabled.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the App and its features
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce our Terms

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data, except where retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Some information may be retained for a limited period after account deletion for legal, safety, fraud prevention, or operational purposes.

8. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access, update, or correct your information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent where applicable

You can:
- Update your profile within the App
- Delete your account at any time
- Contact us for data-related requests

To exercise your rights, you may contact us at info@inthewild-itw.com.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption
- Secure storage systems
- Access controls and monitoring

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children’s Privacy

In the Wild is not intended for users under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it.

11. International Use

If you access the App from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

12. Do Not Track Signals

The App does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers or devices.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

If we make material changes, we will notify you through the App or by email. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:

In the Wild
📧 info@inthewild-itw.com