Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 2025

At MileShare, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using MileShare, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

  • Account information (name, email, password)
  • Profile details (photo, bio, running preferences)
  • Communication data (messages, feedback)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (model, OS version, unique identifiers)
  • Usage data (app interactions, features used)
  • Location data (when permitted)
  • Error logs and performance data

1.3 Strava Integration

  • Running activity data
  • Performance metrics
  • Training history
  • Connected athlete information

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core Functionality

  • Matching you with compatible running partners
  • Personalizing your experience
  • Processing and delivering messages
  • Providing customer support

2.2 Improvement and Analytics

  • Enhancing our matching algorithms
  • Analyzing app performance
  • Developing new features
  • Understanding user behavior

2.3 Safety and Security

  • Preventing fraud and abuse
  • Verifying user identity
  • Monitoring suspicious activity
  • Enforcing our terms of service

3. Information Sharing

3.1 With Other Users

  • Profile information visible to matches
  • Running statistics and achievements
  • Shared messages and interactions

3.2 With Service Providers

  • Cloud storage providers
  • Analytics services
  • Customer support platforms
  • Payment processors (if applicable)

3.3 Legal Requirements

  • Court orders or legal obligations
  • Government requests
  • Protection of rights and safety

4. Data Security

4.1 Security Measures

  • End-to-end encryption for messages
  • Secure data storage and transmission
  • Regular security audits
  • Employee access controls

4.2 Data Retention

  • Account data retained while active
  • Deleted data removal within 30 days
  • Backup retention for legal compliance

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

  • View and export your data
  • Update your information
  • Delete your account
  • Opt-out of communications

5.2 Privacy Settings

  • Control profile visibility
  • Manage location sharing
  • Adjust notification preferences

6. Changes and Contact

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes via email or app notification.

Questions or concerns? Contact our Privacy Team:
Email: privacy@mileshare.app