Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

At Tomo, we believe finding people to do activities with should be simple, safe, and fun. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our app. We've tried to keep it clear and straightforward—no confusing legal jargon.

The basics:

We collect information to help you find activities and connect with others. You're in control of what you share, and we're committed to protecting your data.

What We Collect

Information You Give Us

Account Basics

When you sign up, we collect:

  • Your name and email address
  • Date of birth (to verify you're 18+)
  • Password (stored securely, never in plain text)

Your Profile

The details that help others get to know you:

  • Profile photo
  • Bio and interests
  • Location (city or neighborhood)
  • Status message
  • Activities you're "Currently Into" and "Want to Try"

Social Sign-In

If you register using Google, Apple, or Facebook, we receive basic profile information they provide (like your name and email). We never post anything on your behalf.

Activities & Interactions

  • Activities you create, join, or save
  • RSVPs and event participation
  • Messages with other users
  • Users you follow or add to your community

Payments

If you make purchases, our payment processor handles the transaction. We don't store your full credit card number.

Information We Collect Automatically

Location Data

With your permission, we collect your location to:

  • Show activities near you
  • Calculate distances
  • Connect you with local people

You can disable location services anytime in your device settings, though some features won't work as well.

Device & Usage Information

  • Device type and operating system
  • How you use the app (features accessed, time spent)
  • Crash reports and performance data

Log Data

  • IP address
  • Access times
  • App version

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Make Tomo Work

  • Create and manage your account
  • Show you relevant activities nearby
  • Connect you with other users
  • Enable messaging and notifications

Keep You Safe

  • Verify accounts and prevent fraud
  • Enforce our community guidelines
  • Respond to reports and support requests

Improve the Experience

  • Analyze usage patterns to make the app better
  • Fix bugs and optimize performance
  • Develop new features

Communicate With You

  • Send activity reminders and updates
  • Notify you about messages and new followers
  • Share important service announcements

What Others Can See

Your Public Profile

Other Tomo users can see:

  • Your profile photo and display name
  • Bio and interests
  • Activities you're hosting or attending
  • Your community (followers/following)

What's Private

These stay between us:

  • Your email address
  • Your exact location (we only show approximate distance)
  • Your saved activities
  • Account settings and preferences

Activity Hosts

When you join an activity, the host can see your profile to help coordinate the event.

How We Share Information

We Don't Sell Your Data

Period. We will never sell your personal information to advertisers or data brokers.

Service Providers

We work with trusted partners who help us run Tomo:

  • Supabase (database and authentication)
  • Firebase (push notifications)
  • Cloud storage providers

These partners only access what they need to provide their services and are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may share information if required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal process
  • Protect safety (yours, ours, or others')
  • Prevent fraud or abuse

Business Transfers

If Tomo is acquired or merges with another company, your information may transfer as part of that transaction. We'd notify you beforehand.

Your Choices & Rights

Access & Download

You can request a copy of your personal data anytime.

Update Your Information

Edit your profile, settings, and preferences directly in the app.

Delete Your Account

You can delete your account in Settings. This removes your profile, activities, and messages. Some data may be retained briefly for legal or safety purposes.

Control Notifications

Customize which notifications you receive in your device and app settings.

Location Permissions

Enable or disable location access through your device settings.

How We Protect Your Data

We take security seriously:

  • Encryption for data in transit and at rest
  • Secure authentication methods
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and monitoring
  • Secure password storage (we never see your password)

No system is 100% secure, but we work hard to protect your information.

Data Retention

We keep your information while your account is active. After deletion:

  • Most data is removed immediately
  • Some information may be retained briefly for legal compliance or to resolve disputes
  • Anonymized data may be kept for analytics

Age Requirements

Tomo is for adults 18 and older. We don't knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If we learn a minor has created an account, we'll delete it promptly.

California Residents

Under the CCPA, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of data sales (we don't sell data)
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

European Residents

Under GDPR, you have additional rights:

  • Access and portability of your data
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restriction or objection to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as Tomo evolves. We'll notify you of significant changes through the app or email. Your continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.

Questions?

We're here to help. If you have questions about privacy or your data, contact us at:

privacy@gettomo.app

Your privacy matters to us. Thanks for trusting Tomo.