Privacy Policy for Tipz

Effective Date: October 22, 2025
Contact Email: hello@tipz.club

Thank you for using Tipz (“we”, “our”, or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application Tipz (the “App”).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use Tipz:

a. User-Provided Information

• Account information such as name, email address, or profile image (if you choose to create a profile).
• Tips or comments you submit about places (collectively, “User Content”).

b. Location Information

We may collect your approximate or precise location (with your consent) to show nearby places or to help you tag an establishment when submitting a tip.

c. Google Places API Data

Tipz uses the Google Places API to retrieve details such as name, address, rating, photos, and other publicly available information about establishments. Use of Google Places data is subject to the Google Privacy Policy.

d. Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (model, OS version, unique identifiers).
• App usage analytics, such as how often you open the app or interact with features.
• Log data (IP address, access time, app crashes, etc.).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, personalize, and improve the Tipz experience.
• Display relevant places and allow users to share tips or insights.
• Communicate with you regarding updates, support, or important notices.
• Ensure compliance with our Terms of Service and community guidelines.
• Analyze trends and improve app performance.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these limited cases:

• With Google APIs (for location and place details retrieval).
• With service providers who help us operate the app (e.g., analytics, hosting).
• If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, and property of Tipz, our users, or others.
• With your consent — if you explicitly agree to share or publish information publicly (e.g., posting a public tip).

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services,
• Comply with legal obligations, and
• Resolve disputes or enforce our agreements.

You may request deletion of your data anytime by emailing us at hello@tipz.club.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Withdraw consent for certain processing.
• Request a copy of your information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@tipz.club.

6. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure.

7. Children’s Privacy

Tipz is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us to delete it.

8. Third-Party Services

Tipz may contain links to third-party services or use APIs like Google Places. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those services. Please review their privacy policies separately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the app with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of Tipz after the update means you accept the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or privacy concerns, please contact us:

hello@tipz.club
https://tipz.club