Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pure Hair Studio ("Pure," "we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

By using Pure, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Username and profile information
• Email address (if provided)
• Photos and videos you upload
• Comments and interactions within the app
• Device information and identifiers

2.2 Camera and Photo Library Access

Pure requests access to your camera and photo library to enable you to:

• Capture photos and videos of your hairstyles
• Select existing photos and videos from your gallery
• Share your hair styling content with the community

2.3 Microphone Access

We request microphone access to allow you to:

• Record audio for hairstyle tutorial videos
• Create engaging content with voice instructions and tips

2.4 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use the app, including:

• App usage patterns and preferences
• Content interactions (likes, shares, views)
• Technical data about your device and app performance

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our hair styling community platform
• Enable content sharing and social features
• Personalize your experience and content recommendations
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Communicate with you about app updates and features
• Ensure app security and prevent misuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other users when you post content publicly in the app
• With service providers who assist in app operations
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and update your profile information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Control your privacy settings within the app
• Opt out of certain communications
• Request information about data we have collected

8. Children's Privacy

Pure is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Services

Our 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.

11. Advertising and Tracking

We may use advertising identifiers and tracking technologies to provide personalized hair styling recommendations and relevant beauty content. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings.

12. 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 new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

This Privacy Policy is effective as of December 15, 2024, and applies to all users of the Pure Hair Studio mobile application.