Tzenters ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We collect the following personal information that you provide directly:
Phone Number: Required for account creation and authentication via SMS verification.
Name: Your first and last name for identification within the App.
Push Notification Token: To send you notifications about minyanim and app updates.
1.2 Location Information
With your permission, we collect:
Precise Location: To show nearby minyanim on the map and calculate distances.
Background Location: To send Tzenter alerts about nearby minyanim that need participants, even when the app is not in use (only if you enable Tzenter mode).
You can disable location services at any time through your device settings.
1.3 User-Generated Content
Minyan Information: Details about minyanim you create (location, time, tefila type, notes).
Chat Messages: Messages you send in minyan chat rooms.
Participation Data: Records of minyanim you join.
1.4 Automatically Collected Information
Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
Usage Data: How you interact with the App, including features used and time spent.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Create and manage your account
Authenticate you via SMS verification
Display minyanim near your location
Send push notifications about minyanim you've joined or created
Send Tzenter alerts about nearby minyanim needing participants (if enabled)
Enable communication between minyan participants via chat
Improve and optimize the App's functionality
Respond to your inquiries and provide support
Ensure the security and integrity of our services
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following situations:
3.1 With Other Users
Your name is visible to other participants in minyanim you join
Chat messages are visible to all participants in that minyan
If you create a minyan, your name may be shown as the organizer
3.2 Service Providers
We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:
Twilio: For SMS verification and notifications
Expo/Apple Push Notification Service: For push notifications
Google Maps: For location and mapping services
Database Hosting: For secure data storage
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
Secure database storage
Access controls and authentication
Regular security assessments
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Opt-out: Disable push notifications or location services through your device settings
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
7. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information from our servers.
8. Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
9. 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 the App, you consent to such transfers.
10. 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.
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
Right to delete personal information held by businesses
Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell your personal information)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights
12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data
Right to restrict or object to processing
Right to data portability
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: