Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 30, 2026

Kindred Sanctum ("we," "us," or "our") is operated by Black Candle Collective LLC. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and website.

1. What We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when you create an account and use the app:

• Account information: email address, display name, and date of birth.
• Profile information: profile photo (optional).
• Content you create: store reviews, event RSVPs, and reports.
• Location data: approximate location (used for store discovery and distance calculations). We do not track your location in the background.
• Device information: push notification tokens for sending you relevant notifications.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Operate and provide the core features of the app (store discovery, reviews, events).
• Personalize your experience, such as showing stores near you.
• Enforce our Community Agreement and moderate content.
• Send push notifications you have opted into (event reminders, review approvals).
• Improve the app through anonymized, aggregate analytics.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

3. Analytics

We use anonymized analytics to understand how users interact with the app. This includes aggregate data on feature usage, navigation patterns, and performance metrics. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Supabase infrastructure with row-level security policies. We use industry-standard encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest. We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as required by law.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Delete your account and associated data at any time from within the app (Profile > Settings > Delete Account). Upon deletion, your personal data will be removed within 30 days.
• Opt out of push notifications through your device settings.

6. Children's Privacy

Kindred Sanctum is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If we learn we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes through the app or by updating the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or data requests, contact us at hello@kindredsanctum.com.