PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: October 7, 2025

GoThereFirst™ ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using the App, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, professional title, company name
• Profile Information: Professional background, career interests, networking preferences, profile photo
• Communication Data: Messages sent through the App, feedback submitted
• Meeting Information: Details about scheduled meetings, meeting preferences

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the App, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Features used, time spent in the App, interactions with other users
• Location Data: Approximate location (with your permission) to suggest relevant networking opportunities
• Analytics Data: App performance data, crash reports, user behavior patterns

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services you connect to the App, such as:

• Professional networking platforms (e.g., LinkedIn)
• Authentication services
• Payment processors (if applicable)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Provide and Maintain Services

• Create and manage your account
• Facilitate connections between users
• Enable communication between users
• Process and complete transactions
• Provide customer support

2.2 Improve and Develop Services

• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Develop new features and functionality
• Conduct research and analytics
• Monitor and analyze trends

2.3 Communications

• Send you service-related notifications
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)
• Provide updates about the App

2.4 Safety and Security

• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions
• Protect the rights and safety of users
• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 With Other Users

Your profile information and activity within the App may be visible to other users to facilitate professional networking connections.

3.2 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Cloud hosting providers (Firebase/Google Cloud Platform)
• Analytics services (Firebase Analytics)
• Customer support tools
• Payment processors (if applicable)

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

3.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your consent.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

Your information is stored on secure servers provided by Firebase and Google Cloud Platform. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

4.2 Security Measures

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

4.3 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and as required by applicable law. You may request deletion of your account at any time.

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information through your account settings.

5.2 Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at [email protected].

5.3 Opt-Out

You may opt out of promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.

5.4 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights

5.5 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

6. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete that information promptly.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Analytics and Tracking Technologies

8.1 Firebase Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to collect usage and performance data. Firebase Analytics may collect:

• Device information
• App usage patterns
• Crash reports
• User demographics (age range, gender, interests)

For more information about Firebase's data practices, visit: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

8.2 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our App and store certain information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Do Not Track Signals

The App does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from web browsers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the App
• Sending an email notification
• Displaying a prominent notice in the App

Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

GoThereFirst™
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://gotherefirst.app

For privacy-specific inquiries or to exercise your privacy rights, please email: [email protected]

13. Specific Provisions for Different Jurisdictions

13.1 California Residents

California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits users who are California residents to request certain information about disclosure of personal information to third parties. Contact us at the address above for such requests.

13.2 Nevada Residents

Nevada residents have the right to opt out of the sale of certain personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined under Nevada law.