Welcome to What If Social. We know this isn't the most thrilling read, but it matters — because your privacy matters. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what your rights are. We've tried to keep it clear, respectful, and worth your time.

1. Who We Are

This Privacy Policy applies to services offered by:

If you have any questions or requests related to your data, you can reach us at:

admin@whatifsocial.com

2. Where This Policy Applies

This policy covers our app, website, events, and any related services we provide under the What If brand. It also applies to third-party platforms we use to support those services (like Eventbrite for events).

3. Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data:

Data You Provide:

• Account Info: Name, email, phone number, date of birth
• Profile Info: Photos, preferences, general location, dinner preferences, gender, etc.
• Post-Event Messaging: If a mutual match occurs after a dinner, we enable an in-app messaging feature. These messages are stored and may be monitored for safety purposes.
• Event Sign-Ups: When you RSVP through a third party (like Eventbrite), we may receive your registration info.
• Support and Feedback: Any messages you send us, including reports or support requests.

Data We Collect Automatically:

• Usage Data: Log-ins, dinner RSVPs, attendance, interactions, clicks, etc.
• Device Info: IP address, device type, OS, crash logs
• Attendance Score Metrics: Whether you show up to scheduled dinners, cancel, or no-show.

Optional Data with Consent:

• Location Data: If enabled, we may use your general location to help suggest appropriate events.

4. Why We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Create and manage your account
• Match you with potential dinner companions
• Power the attendance score and ensure reliability for all users
• Enable messaging after a mutual post-dinner match
• Respond to support inquiries or reported behavior
• Improve our services and plan better events
• Meet legal obligations and protect community safety

5. How We Share Data

We only share data when necessary, and never sell your info. Here's when we share:

• With Eventbrite: To manage dinner event sign-ups (covered under their privacy policy).
• With Other Members: When you RSVP to an event or appear on a dinner table.
• With Vendors: If we use trusted providers for hosting, analytics, or customer support.
• For Legal Reasons: If required by law or in situations where safety is at risk.

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

• Access or request your data
• Correct or delete your data
• Object to certain data uses (like marketing)
• Withdraw consent for optional data (like location)

To exercise these rights, email admin@whatifsocial.com. We may need to verify your identity before making changes.

7. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as needed. If you delete your account:

• Your profile will be hidden right away
• Some data (e.g., attendance history or reports) may be retained for a period to protect community safety
• We delete most data after 2 years of inactivity

8. Children's Privacy

You must be at least 18 to use What If. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe someone under 18 is using the app, report it immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy over time. If we make major changes, we'll notify you in the app or by email.

10. Contact Us

Have a question? Reach out to: admin@whatifsocial.com