Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Sway ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the app, including:

• Name and email address (via Google or Apple Sign-In)
• Profile information (username, profile picture)
• User-generated content (photos you upload to Sways)

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our app, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (features you use, time spent in the app)
• Log data (IP address, access times, error logs)

Camera and Photo Library Access

Sway requires access to your device's camera and photo library to capture and upload photos to your Sways. We only access photos that you explicitly choose to share within the app. All photos are stored securely and are only visible to members of your Sway sessions.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your account
• Facilitate photo sharing within Sway sessions
• Generate split-screen videos from your photos
• Send you notifications about your Sways (with your permission)
• Improve and optimize our app and services
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following situations:

• With Sway members: Photos you upload are visible to all members of the Sway session you joined.
• Service providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (cloud storage, authentication, analytics).
• Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
• Business transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

5. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure cloud storage with Cloudflare R2
• Authentication via secure OAuth providers (Google, Apple)
• Regular security audits and updates

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or security purposes.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

Sway is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Third-Party Services

Sway uses the following third-party services:

• Google Sign-In: For authentication (Privacy Policy)
• Apple Sign-In: For authentication (Privacy Policy)
• Cloudflare R2: For cloud storage (Privacy Policy)

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using Sway, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

11. 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

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