Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use Travel Tango, you may provide us with:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password, and date of birth
• Profile Information: Profile photo, bio, travel preferences, and languages spoken
• Travel Information: Travel plans, itineraries, origin and destination locations, travel dates, and assistance needs or offers
• Payment Information: Payment-related information, if and when users engage with optional in-app transactions or reward redemption features, processed securely by third-party providers.
• Verification Information: Verification information, if applicable, such as documents voluntarily submitted for profile verification.
• Communications: Messages sent through in-app chat, reviews, ratings, and other user-generated content
• Support Requests: Information you provide when contacting customer support

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information, and app version
• Usage Information: Features used, pages viewed, time spent on the app, search queries, and interaction patterns
• Location Information: With your permission, we may collect approximate location data to support travel matching features (matching users based on travel plans and destinations). We do not continuously track your location or use location data for advertising
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, and referring URLs
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze app performance

1.3 Information From Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

• Third-Party Services: If you link your account with social media or other services
• Payment Processors: Transaction confirmation and fraud prevention information
• Verification Services: Identity verification results from third-party providers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and Improve the Service: Create and manage your account, enable travel matching, facilitate connections between travelers, process payments and gift card rewards, and improve app features and user experience
• Safety and Security: Verify user identities, prevent fraud and abuse, enforce our Terms of Service, and maintain platform safety through moderation and reporting tools
• Communications: Send service updates, notifications, match alerts, travel reminders, and respond to support inquiries
• Personalization: Customize your experience with relevant matches and recommendations based on your travel preferences
• Analytics: Analyze usage patterns, measure app performance, and identify technical issues
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Marketing (With Consent): Send promotional communications about new features or offers (you can opt out at any time)

3. How We Share Your Information

We share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Other Users

When you use Travel Tango, certain profile information (name, profile photo, bio, travel plans, and verification status) is visible to other users you match with or communicate with. Your reviews and ratings may also be visible to other users.

3.2 With Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the Service, including:

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers
• Payment processors and gift card fulfillment partners
• Analytics and app performance monitoring services
• Push notification services
• Identity verification services
• Customer support platforms
• Media storage and content delivery services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal processes (subpoenas, court orders, or government requests)
• Enforcement of our Terms of Service or other agreements
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public
• Investigation of fraud, security issues, or illegal activity

3.4 Business Transfers

If Travel Tango is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. User-Generated Content and Community Features

4.1 Chat and Messaging

Travel Tango includes in-app chat features that allow users to communicate. Messages are stored on our servers to provide the Service. We may review messages if reported for violations of our Terms of Service or Community Guidelines.

4.2 Reviews and Ratings

Reviews and ratings you post may be visible to other users. You are responsible for the content you share.

4.3 Reporting and Moderation

Travel Tango provides Block and Report tools to help maintain a safe community. You can:

• Block Users: Prevent specific users from contacting you or viewing your profile
• Report Content: Report inappropriate messages, reviews, profiles, or behavior

Reported content is reviewed by our moderation team. We may take action including content removal, account suspension, or permanent ban for violations of our policies.

Important: Do not share sensitive personal information (such as financial account details, passwords, or home addresses) through chat or public profiles. Travel Tango is not responsible for information you choose to share with other users.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Specific retention practices include:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• After Account Deletion: Personal data is deleted or anonymized within a reasonable period following account deletion, typically within 90 days
• Legal Requirements: Some information may be retained longer if required for legal, regulatory, security, or fraud prevention purposes
• Anonymized Data: We may retain anonymized or aggregated data indefinitely for analytics and service improvement

6. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure payment processing through third-party PCI-DSS compliant providers
• Regular security assessments and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

You can access and update most of your information through your account settings. You may request a copy of your data by contacting us at support@traveltango.ai.

7.2 Correction and Update

You can update your profile information, travel preferences, and account details at any time through the app.

7.3 Deletion and Account Closure

You can delete your account at any time by:

1. Opening the Travel Tango app
2. Going to Settings → Account Settings
3. Selecting “Delete Account”
4. Following the confirmation prompts

Alternatively, you can request account deletion by emailing support@traveltango.ai with the subject line “Account Deletion Request.” We will process your request within 30 days.

Note: After deletion, some information may be retained as described in Section 5 (Data Retention).

7.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email or by adjusting your notification preferences in the app.

7.5 Location Permissions

You can control location access through your device settings. Disabling location may limit certain features like travel matching based on location.

7.6 Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features.

7.7 Additional Rights (by Jurisdiction)

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws, including:

• Right to object to processing
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@traveltango.ai.

8. Location Data and Permissions

Travel Tango may request access to your location to enhance your experience, specifically for:

• Matching you with travelers based on your travel plans and destinations you voluntarily enter
• Helping you find assistance or offer help to nearby travelers during your journey

We do not:

• Track your location continuously or in the background
• Use location data for advertising or third-party marketing
• Share precise location data with other users without your explicit action (such as sharing your trip details)

You can manage location permissions at any time through your device settings.

9. Payments and Gift Card Rewards

Travel Tango facilitates secure in-app payments and may offer digital gift card rewards as a form of non-cash payout.

9.1 Payment Processing

Payment transactions are processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store your complete credit card or bank account information. Payment information is handled in compliance with PCI-DSS standards.

9.2 Gift Card Rewards

Users may be eligible to receive digital gift cards issued by third-party reward providers as a form of non-cash payout. Gift cards are:

• Optional and subject to availability
• Fulfilled by third-party providers (we do not store bank account or card details for payouts)
• Not redeemable for direct cash withdrawals
• Subject to the terms and conditions of the gift card issuer

Travel Tango is not responsible for the availability, value, or redemption of third-party gift cards.

10. Children’s Privacy

Travel Tango is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@traveltango.ai, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Users must be at least 18 years old to create an account and use the Service.

11. International Data Transfers

Travel Tango operates from the United States. If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, apps, or services (such as social media platforms or external calendar integrations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through the app or via email for material changes
• Request your consent if required by applicable law

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. State-Specific Privacy Rights

14.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (Note: Travel Tango does not sell your personal information)
• Right to correct inaccurate personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@traveltango.ai or through the app settings.

14.2 Other U.S. States

If you reside in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, or other states with comprehensive privacy laws, you may have similar rights. Contact us to exercise your rights under applicable state law.

14.3 European Economic Area (EEA) and UK Residents

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or UK GDPR, including rights to access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Z2 Ventures LLC
Email: support@traveltango.ai
Address: 3250 Woodbine Trail, Frisco, TX 75034, USA

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

16. Consent

By using Travel Tango, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.