1. introduction

zero build labs, LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates the adla mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use adla. By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. information we collect

information you provide

• Email address — collected when you register or sign in with Google or Apple
• Username — the display name you choose when setting up your profile
• Profile information — any optional information you choose to add to your profile

information collected automatically

• Location data — if you grant location permission, your device's location is used to provide hyperlocal chat features. We do not store your precise location on our servers. Location is used in real time to connect you to nearby chat rooms and is not retained after your session.
• Device information — basic device identifiers and operating system information used to operate and improve the App
• Usage data — information about how you interact with the App, such as features used and session duration

third-party sign-in

If you choose to sign in with Apple or Google, we receive basic account information from those providers (typically your email address and a unique identifier) in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

3. how we use your information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your account
• Provide and operate the App's features, including hyperlocal chat
• Identify you to other users by your username
• Respond to support requests and communicate with you about your account
• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of our Terms of Service
• Improve and develop the App

4. how we share your information

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your personal information with third-party advertisers or data brokers.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers — we may use third-party vendors (such as cloud infrastructure providers) who process data on our behalf solely to operate the App. These vendors are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal requirements — we may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect the rights and safety of our users or the public.
• Business transfers — in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

5. data retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

• Your profile and personal information are permanently deleted
• Messages you sent in shared chat rooms are anonymized (your username is replaced with "deleted user") and are no longer associated with your identity
• Private messages are permanently deleted

6. location data

adla uses your device location to provide hyperlocal chat features. Location access is optional — you can deny or revoke location permission at any time through your device settings. We do not store your precise location on our servers and do not use location data for advertising or profiling.

7. children's privacy

adla is intended for users 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a user under 18, we will promptly delete that information and terminate the account.

8. security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. your rights and choices

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

• Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction — request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion — request deletion of your personal data, or delete your account directly through the App
• Opt-out — you may revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below.

10. california residents (ccpa)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your personal information, and the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights. We do not sell personal information. To submit a request, contact us at the address below.

11. changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the Effective Date at the top of this document or through in-app notification. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. contact