Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Introduction
Fourtrend is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our app. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users and applicable US privacy laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following information when you use Fourtrend:
- Account information: first name, last name, username, and email address
- Profile information: profile picture, bio, and social media links
- Content: photos, videos, products, and services you upload
- Usage data: swipe activity, leaderboard rankings, and content preferences
- Location data: country and state (for Products and Services only)
- Device information: device type, operating system, and app version
- Advertising data: ad interactions via Google AdMob
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve the Fourtrend app and its features
- Personalize your content feed based on your preferences
- Display leaderboard rankings and swipe right counts
- Send notifications about your account activity
- Serve relevant advertisements via Google AdMob
- Investigate and prevent fraudulent or illegal activity
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Union, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Contract: processing necessary to provide our services
- Legitimate interests: improving our app and preventing fraud
- Consent: for advertising and optional features
- Legal obligation: complying with applicable laws
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:
- Supabase: our database and authentication provider
- Google AdMob: for serving advertisements
- Law enforcement: when required by law or to protect rights
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:
- Right to access: request a copy of your personal data
- Right to rectification: correct inaccurate personal data
- Right to erasure: request deletion of your personal data
- Right to portability: receive your data in a portable format
- Right to object: object to processing of your personal data
- Right to restrict processing: limit how we use your data
8. Your Rights (US Users)
Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional privacy rights under applicable US state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
9. Data Security
We use industry standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), secure authentication via Supabase, and row level security (RLS) on all database tables.
10. Advertising & Cookies
Fourtrend uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may use device identifiers and usage data to serve personalized ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings under Privacy.
11. Children's Privacy
Fourtrend is strictly intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18.
12. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. For EU users, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
13. Country Specific Privacy Rights
In addition to US and EU rights, users in the following regions have specific privacy rights:
- Australia: Rights under the Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles
- Philippines: Rights under the Data Privacy Act of 2012
- South Africa: Rights under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
- Israel: Rights under the Protection of Privacy Law 5741-1981
- Egypt: Rights under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 151 of 2020
14. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app.
15. Contact & Data Protection
For privacy related questions, data requests, or to exercise your rights, please contact us at youremail@gmail.com or visit fourtrend.app. EU users may also lodge a complaint with their local data protection authority.