Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 15, 2025

Last Updated: September 15, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Spark ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Spark (the "App"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: Display name, profile pictures you choose to upload
  • Content: Questions you answer, messages you send, reactions you add
  • Pairing Information: Pairing codes you generate or enter to connect with your partner
  • Subscription Data: Information related to premium features and subscription status

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
  • Usage Data: App features used, session duration, crash reports
  • Firebase Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics and app performance data
  • Push Notification Tokens: To enable notifications about new messages and app updates

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • RevenueCat: Subscription and payment processing information
  • Firebase Services: Authentication, database storage, and analytics data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide App Functionality: Enable pairing with your partner, store your conversations, and deliver your content
  • Send Notifications: Alert you to new messages, questions, and app updates
  • Process Subscriptions: Manage premium feature access through RevenueCat
  • Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
  • Ensure Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and technical issues
  • Comply with Legal Requirements: Meet applicable legal and regulatory obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 With Your Partner

When you pair with someone in the App, you share:

  • Your display name and profile picture
  • Questions you answer and messages you send
  • Reactions and responses to shared content
  • Subscription status (for shared premium features)

4.2 With Third-Party Service Providers

  • Firebase (Google): For app infrastructure, authentication, database, and analytics
  • RevenueCat: For subscription management and payment processing
  • Apple Push Notification Service: For delivering notifications

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Storage Location

Your data is stored securely using Firebase infrastructure, which may involve servers located in various countries.

5.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption in transit and at rest
  • Secure authentication systems
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and monitoring

5.3 Data Retention

  • Active Accounts: We retain your data while your account is active and as needed to provide services
  • Inactive Accounts: Data may be retained for up to 2 years after last activity
  • Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations
  • Account Deletion: You can request account deletion by contacting us

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 Access and Control

You can:

  • View and edit your profile information within the App
  • Delete specific messages or conversations
  • Unpair from your partner at any time
  • Request account deletion

6.2 Communication Preferences

You can control:

  • Push notification settings through your device settings
  • In-app notification preferences

6.3 Regional Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights:

  • GDPR (EU): Right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing
  • CCPA (California): Right to know, delete, and opt-out of sale of personal information
  • Other Jurisdictions: Rights as provided by applicable local privacy laws

7. Children's Privacy

Spark is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers in compliance with applicable laws.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

  • Posting the updated policy in the App
  • Sending a notification through the App
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date

10. Third-Party Services

10.1 Firebase/Google

Our App uses Firebase services provided by Google. Google's privacy policy applies to their processing of your information: https://policies.google.com/privacy

10.2 RevenueCat

For subscription management, we use RevenueCat. Their privacy policy applies: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

10.3 Apple Services

Push notifications are delivered through Apple's services. Apple's privacy policy applies: https://www.apple.com/privacy/

11. Contact Us

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

Email: thejakubsobotka@gmail.com
App: Spark - Relationship Questions
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

12. Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with applicable privacy laws. Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with our Terms of Use.

This Privacy Policy is designed to be transparent about our data practices while protecting your privacy rights. We are committed to maintaining the trust you place in us.