Privacy Policy

Updated July 11, 2025

At xaround, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your choices.

Information We Collect

Account Information:

We collect your sign-in credentials (Google Sign-In or Apple Sign-In), your email address (for account verification and communication), and any username or profile details you provide.

Content and Usage Information:

We collect the posts, replies, and other content you create, as well as your interactions with communities and usage patterns within the app.

Device and Technical Information:

We collect information about your device type, operating system, app version, IP address, and general location (for security and community matching). We also collect crash reports and performance data to improve our services.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve the app and its features.
  • Enable community discovery and interaction.
  • Moderate content and ensure platform safety.
  • Communicate important updates and respond to support requests.
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance the user experience.

Anonymous Posting

When you post anonymously, your username is not stored with the content. Anonymous posts cannot be linked back to your account by anyone, including our team. However, all content is still subject to moderation.

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only:

  • With your explicit consent.
  • To comply with legal obligations.
  • To protect user safety or prevent abuse.
  • With trusted service providers who help operate xaround (and only under strict confidentiality).

Data Retention

  • Account information: Kept until you delete your account.
  • Regular posts: Deleted when you delete your account.
  • Anonymous posts: Retained for community integrity but cannot be linked to you.
  • Technical data: Retained up to two years to improve the app.

Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Access and update your account information at any time.
  • Delete your posts and account.
  • Control app permissions through your device settings.
  • Request information about your data by contacting us.

Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

xaround is not intended for users under 17 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 17. If such information is discovered, we will promptly delete it.

International Users

xaround is operated from Malaysia. By using xaround, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in Malaysia, where data protection laws may differ from your country.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically; please check this page for updates. By using xaround, you agree to the terms in this Privacy Policy, as well as the User Agreement and Community Guidelines.

For questions, contact nikfikrics@gmail.com.