PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information when you interact with GateMate:

• Email address — when you join the beta waitlist via our website
• Profile information — display name, optional photo, and optional bio when you create an account in the app
• Usage data — events you join (GateLinks), interactions within those spaces, and app activity for analytics purposes
• Device information — device type, operating system, and app version for debugging and performance

We do not collect GPS location data. You join a GateLink by entering a code — not by sharing your physical location.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Send you beta access invites and product updates via email
• Enable your presence and identity within GateLinks you join
• Improve app performance and fix bugs
• Measure engagement and validate product features
• Respond to support requests or reports

We will never sell your personal information to third parties. We do not run ads in GateMate products.

3. Visibility & Privacy Controls

GateMate is built with a privacy-first approach:

• Your visibility inside a GateLink is opt-in. You choose whether others can see you
• GateLinks are not publicly indexed or searchable. You must have a code to join
• You can block other users at any time. Blocked users cannot see or interact with you
• You can leave a GateLink at any time and your presence is immediately removed

4. Data Sharing

We share data only with the following trusted services required to operate GateMate:

• Supabase — our backend database and authentication provider
• Formspree — processes beta waitlist email submissions
• Google Fonts — serves fonts for our website

All third-party services are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by emailing info@gatemate.net. We will process deletion requests within 30 days.

Waitlist email addresses are retained until the beta program concludes or until you unsubscribe, whichever comes first.

6. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS
• Row Level Security (RLS) is enforced on all database tables — users can only access data they are permitted to see
• Authentication is handled by Supabase Auth with secure session management

No system is 100% secure. If you believe your data has been compromised, please contact us immediately at info@gatemate.net.

7. Children's Privacy

GateMate is intended for users 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights

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

• Access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
• Correction — request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion — request deletion of your data
• Opt-out — unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time

To exercise any of these rights, email info@gatemate.net with your request.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as GateMate grows and evolves. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of GateMate after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.