privacy policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Scene ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your information. By using Scene, you agree to the practices outlined in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

• Email address
• Username
• Profile photo
• Age / Date of birth (for 21+ verification)
• College email verification
• Event details you post
• Messages you send
• RSVPs and attendance history

B. Automatically Collected Information

• Approximate location
• Precise location (only after permission)
• Device type, OS, app version
• Analytics & usage metrics
• Crash logs
• IP address (used for security)

We do not collect:

• Background location
• Biometric data
• Financial information
• Contacts
• Health data

2. How We Use Your Data

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Verify your student identity
• Show nearby events
• Improve event recommendations
• Deliver notifications
• Support safety features
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Operate our internal analytics

We do not sell your personal data.

3. Guest Mode

Guest users can access:

• Public events
• Maps
• Flyer previews
• Basic app content

Guest mode collects:

• Basic device analytics

Guest mode does not collect:

• Email
• Location
• Messages
• Profile data

4. Location Data

Scene only accesses your location:

• After you grant permission
• While using the app
• To display nearby events

We never:

• Access background location
• Track users when the app is closed

You may revoke location access at any time.

5. Sharing of Information

We only share information with:

• Supabase (database & authentication provider)
• Service providers required for app functionality
• Law enforcement only when legally required

We do NOT:

• Sell data
• Share data with advertisers
• Share with third parties for marketing

6. Safety & Moderation

We may review content for safety, including:

• Reports from other users
• Violations of community guidelines
• Illegal activity

We may remove content or suspend accounts when necessary.

7. Data Retention

We keep data only as long as necessary for:

• Operating the app
• Legal compliance
• Safety and fraud prevention

8. Data Deletion

Users may delete their account at any time. When deleted:

• All personal data is permanently removed from our servers
• Remaining event content is anonymized

Request deletion at: whatsthescenetonight@gmail.com

9. Children's Privacy

Scene is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

10. Security

We use:

• Encrypted communication (HTTPS)
• Secure Supabase authentication
• Access controls
• Regular monitoring

While we work to protect your data, no system is 100% secure.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. We will notify users of significant changes.

12. Contact

For privacy questions: whatsthescenetonight@gmail.com
Champaign, IL, United States