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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 27, 2026

At Niyabe, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, profile picture, and authentication credentials
  • Relationship Data: Relationship start date, partner information, milestones, and memories you choose to share
  • Content: Photos, notes, comments, and other content you upload or create within the app
  • Communication Data: Messages and interactions with your partner through the app
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information

Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: How you interact with our app, features used, time spent, and navigation patterns
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device settings, and technical specifications
  • Location Data: General location information (if you grant permission) to enhance certain features

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve the Niyabe app and its features
  • Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and enable partner connections
  • Content Storage: To store and synchronize your relationship timeline, photos, and milestones across devices
  • Communication: To send notifications, updates, and respond to your inquiries
  • Personalization: To customize your experience and provide relevant features and suggestions
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
  • Security: To detect fraud, abuse, and ensure the security of our platform
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

With Your Partner

When you connect with a partner through the app, certain information is shared between your accounts, including:

  • Relationship timeline and milestones
  • Shared photos and memories
  • Comments and interactions on shared content

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including:

  • Cloud storage providers (AWS, Firebase)
  • Analytics services
  • Authentication services
  • Customer support platforms

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so 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 as part of that transaction.

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your information
  • Secure Infrastructure: We use industry-standard security practices and infrastructure
  • Regular Audits: We regularly review and update our security measures

Your data is primarily stored on secure servers in the United States. By using our service, you consent to the transfer and storage of your data in the US.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can access and view your personal information through the app
  • Correction: You can update or correct your information at any time
  • Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: You can opt out of certain communications and data collection

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@niyabe.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and as required by law. Specifically:

  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active
  • Content: Photos and memories are retained until you delete them or close your account
  • Usage Data: Typically retained for 24 months for analytics purposes
  • Legal Data: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

8. International Users

If you are using our service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US where our servers are located and our central database is operated.

9. Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit.

10. Push Notifications

We may send push notifications to your device to provide updates about your relationship timeline, partner activities, and app features. You can disable these notifications through your device settings at any time.

11. Cookies and Tracking

Our app may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These technologies help us:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze usage patterns
  • Improve app performance
  • Provide personalized content

12. California Privacy Rights

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
  • Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

13. European Union Users

If you are in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectify inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification (if you have provided an email address)
  • Providing an in-app notification

Your continued use of our service after any changes constitute acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

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

We are committed to working with you to obtain a fair resolution of any privacy concerns you may have.

16. Data Processing Lawful Basis

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contract: To provide the services you have requested
  • Consent: Where you have given explicit consent
  • Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we handle your personal information and your rights regarding that information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and building trust through transparency.