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This Privacy Policy explains how Let’s Sit Together (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information in compliance with Apple App Store Review Guidelines and applicable privacy laws.

1.     Compliance with Apple App Store Requirements

In accordance with Apple App Store Review Guideline 5.1, we commit to the following:

• We collect only the minimum data necessary to operate core app features

• We clearly explain what data is collected and why

• We do not sell user data

• We do not use data for advertising or tracking

• We provide a publicly accessible privacy policy

• We protect minors and comply with children’s privacy requirements

2.     Intended Audience & Age Restriction

• Let’s Sit Together is intended for teenagers

• Users under the age of 13 are prohibited from using the App 

• We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without consent

• If such data is discovered, it is deleted immediately

This complies with Apple’s Children’s Privacy and COPPA-related requirements.

3.     Information We Collect

A. User-Provided Information

We may collect:

• Anonymous username or nickname

• Age range (not full birthdate)

• Google Email for authentication

• School Name

• Mood check-ins and emotional reflections

• Messages sent in moderated peer chats, which will be deleted immediately

• Optional preferences or support topics

We do not require or encourage:

• Real names

• Contact details 

• Home addresses

B. Automatically Collected Information

For app functionality and security, we may collect:

• Device type and operating system

• App usage metrics (feature usage, session duration)

• Anonymous technical identifiers

🚫 We do not collect precise location data
🚫 We do not use cross-app tracking
🚫 We do not use IDFA

This aligns with Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework.

4. How We Use Information

We use information solely to:

• Enable anonymous, moderated peer support chats

• Allow users to track moods and emotional patterns

• Provide access to crisis and wellness resources

• Maintain a safe, respectful environment

• Improve app reliability and performance

• Comply with legal and safety obligations

We do not use data for marketing, advertising, or profiling.

5. Moderation, Safety & Confidentiality

• All peer chats are anonymous and moderated

• Moderation exists only to ensure safety, not for surveillance

• Messages may be reviewed by:

  • Automated safety systems

  • Trained moderators (only when necessary)

If the content suggests risk of harm, we may take appropriate steps to protect users by informing the school.

This satisfies Apple’s requirements for apps involving user interaction and youth safety.

6. Crisis & Wellness Resources

The App provides a list of mental health and crisis support resources.
Using these resources does not require sharing personally identifying information.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard safeguards, including:

• Encrypted data storage

• Limited internal access controls

• Secure infrastructure and authentication

While no system is 100% secure, protecting teen privacy is a core design principle.

8. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We may share data only:

• With service providers who support app functionality (under strict confidentiality)

• To comply with legal requirements

• To protect user safety

• With parental consent when required

🚫 We do not sell, rent, or trade user data
🚫 We do not allow third-party advertising SDKs

9. Parental Rights

Parents or guardians may:

• Request access to their child’s data

• Request correction or deletion

• Withdraw consent

Requests can be submitted to: manpreet4@yahoo.com

10. User Controls 

Users can:

• Remain anonymous

• Choose what they share

• Delete their account at any time

11. Data Retention

Data is retained only as long as necessary to:

• Provide app functionality

• Maintain moderation and safety records

• Meet legal obligations

Deleted accounts have data removed or anonymized.

12. App Availability

Let’s Sit Together is available on the Apple App Store

13. Policy Updates

Material changes to this Privacy Policy will be communicated within the App.

14. Contact

For privacy or safety questions:
📧 manpreet4@yahoo.com