based is an anonymous, positive polling app for classmates. Because the app is designed for teenagers, we care deeply about safety and privacy. We limit the data we collect to what’s necessary for the app to function and to help you connect with classmates.
1. Data We Collect
Account Data
When you create an account, we may collect your phone number (for login verification), name, school, grade level, and gender. We may also store a system-generated user ID. We do not require public profiles or usernames.
Contacts (Optional)
If you grant Contacts access, we use it only to help you find classmates who already use the app. We do not send messages to your contacts without your explicit action. You can use the app without granting Contacts access.
Location (Optional)
Before account creation, you may allow access to your approximate location so we can suggest nearby schools and determine if the app is available in your area. We do not track your location after account creation and do not link approximate location to your identity.
Device & App Activity
We collect technical and usage data such as device type, operating system, IP address, app version, and interactions (e.g., polls answered). We use this to keep the app secure and improve performance.
2. How We Use Data
- Operate core features (school-based polls, anonymous voting)
- Help you discover classmates who also use the app
- Maintain safety and prevent abuse
- Debug, measure performance, and improve the app
- Send notifications related to app activity (if you opt in)
3. How We Share Data
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share limited data with:
- Service Providers (hosting, analytics, customer support)
- Professional Advisors (e.g., legal counsel)
- Business Transaction Recipients (e.g., in a merger or acquisition)
- Legal/Safety (to comply with law or protect users and our rights)
4. How You Share Data
Polls are designed to be anonymous. When you vote, the recipient sees the poll result and limited context (e.g., grade or gender), but not your name or phone number. There are no public profiles or messaging in the app.
5. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as needed for the purposes above or as required by law.
6. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may request to:
- Deactivate your account
- Access or download your data
- Delete your data (with exceptions required by law)
- Correct inaccurate data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
Contact us at support.basedapp@gmail.com to make a request. We may need to verify your identity.
7. Children’s Privacy
based is for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 is using the app, contact us and we will delete the account.
8. Do Not Track
Our app is not designed to respond to “Do Not Track” or similar browser signals.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will post the new version here and update the “Last Updated” date above. If changes are significant, we will notify you in-app.
10. Contact Us
Email: support.basedapp@gmail.com
Mail:
Based App
PO Box 12345
Los Angeles, CA 90001
United States