gather privacy policy

 

effective date: January 20, 2026

last updated: January 20, 2026

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This Privacy Policy explains how Gather (“Gather,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”), or when you communicate with us. We are based in Washington, DC, United States.

 

This Privacy Policy does not cover how other users (including hosts and attendees) may use information you choose to share with them. Please use care when sharing personal information.

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1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including when you:

• create an account or subscribe to use the Platform

• complete your profile

• host a gathering or request to join one

• message other users

• contact us for support

The information you provide may include:

Account and profile information:

• name (or first name)

• email address

• password and account credentials

• profile details you choose to provide (for example, interests or a short bio)

• photos you upload to your profile (if you choose to)

Address information (hosts):

• If you host a gathering, we collect the gathering’s actual street address because it is required to hold the event and to share location details with approved attendees.

Payments and subscription information:

• information about your subscription status and purchase history (such as plan type, token purchases, and transaction timestamps)

• billing information necessary to process payment (handled through our payment processor)

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the Platform, we collect certain information automatically, including:

• usage data, such as features used, pages or screens viewed, actions taken, and timestamps

• log data, such as IP address, browser type, and access times

• device data, such as device type, operating system version, and device identifiers

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• keep you logged in

• remember preferences

• operate and secure the Platform

• understand usage and improve performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some parts of the Platform may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

2. How We Use Information

2.1 Provide and Operate the Platform

We use information to:

• create and manage accounts

• provide paid access to the Platform, including verifying subscription status

• enable hosting, discovery, and attendance requests

• facilitate messaging between users

• provide customer support

2.2 Process Payments

We use information to:

• process subscriptions, tokens, and other paid features through our payment processor

• maintain records of transactions for accounting and customer support

2.3 Safety, Integrity, and Enforcement

We use information to:

• help prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access

• investigate reports and enforce our Terms of Service

• protect the rights, safety, and property of Gather, users, and others

2.4 Communications

We use information to:

• send service-related communications, such as receipts, confirmations, security notices, and policy updates

• send marketing communications where permitted by law (you can opt out)

3. How We Share Information

3.1 Sharing With Other Users

The Platform is designed to help users host and attend gatherings, so some information is shared with others.

Information that may be shared includes:

• profile information displayed on the Platform, such as first name, photos if you upload them, and bio or interests

• information related to gatherings, such as that you requested to join or are attending

Host addresses:

• A host’s actual address is not displayed publicly.

• A host’s address is shared only with approved attendees as needed to attend the gathering, and may be shared closer to the event time.

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with vendors that help us operate the Platform, such as:

• hosting and data storage providers

• customer support tools

• email or messaging providers

• payment processors

These vendors are required to protect the information and use it only to provide services to us.

3.3 Payment Processing

Payments are processed through third-party payment processors. We share information as needed to complete transactions and prevent fraud. We receive limited information in return, such as payment confirmation, transaction IDs, and subscription status. We do not store full payment card numbers unless explicitly stated at checkout.

3.4 Legal Requirements and Protection

We may disclose information if we believe it is necessary to:

• comply with applicable law or legal process

• respond to lawful requests from authorities

• protect the rights, safety, and property of Gather, our users, or others

• enforce our Terms of Service

3.5 Business Transfers

If Gather is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction, consistent with law.

4. Data Retention and Security

4.1 Data Retention

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• provide the Platform and maintain your account

• process payments and maintain transaction records

• enforce our Terms of Service and resolve disputes

• comply with legal, tax, and accounting requirements

If you request deletion of your account, we will delete or de-identify information where feasible, but may retain certain information as required or permitted by law.

4.2 Security

We use safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of storage is completely secure. You are responsible for keeping your password confidential.

5. Your Choices

You may:

• update certain account and profile information through your settings

• opt out of marketing emails using the unsubscribe link (you will still receive essential service communications)

• manage cookie settings in your browser, noting that disabling cookies may affect functionality

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information.

To make a privacy request, contact us at team@gathersocial.us using the email associated with your account. We may need to verify your identity.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version and revise the “Last Updated” date.

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For questions or requests about privacy, contact:
gathersocial.us@gmail.com