Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 8, 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use the FOMO mobile application ("App" or "Service"). It also outlines your privacy rights and how Portuguese and European laws safeguard them.
By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Note: FOMO is owned by Expansive Verity, LDA, a company registered in Portugal.
Interpretation and Definitions
Definitions
Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
When using our Service, we may collect the following personal data:
- Name and surname;
- Email address;
- Phone number;
- Profile photo;
- Age;
- Any additional details you voluntarily provide when using the Service.
User Content
When you create posts or share content within the App, we collect:
- Text and captions that you include in your posts;
- Images or photos that you choose to upload;
- The location you select for the post (this is stored and linked to your post).
Location Data
- Real-Time Location (Not Stored): We access your device's GPS coordinates while you use the App to show you nearby HotSpots and Sponsored Deals.
- Session-Only Use: We do not persist any location data beyond the current App session; once you close the App, your live coordinates are discarded.
- Post Location Data: When you manually tag a location in a post, that place is stored (but not linked to you outside of your post).
- Sponsored-Deals Targeting: We may use aggregated, non-identifiable location data to rank or filter Sponsored Deals by proximity. No personal identifiers are shared for ad placement.
Usage Data
We may automatically collect certain technical and interaction data, including:
- User interactions within the App (e.g., actions performed, features used);
- Device ID (managed by AWS Cognito for authentication).
We do not collect IP addresses, device types, operating systems, or time spent on specific pages.
Use of Your Personal Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- Providing and maintaining the Service – ensuring the app functions correctly.
- Managing your account – authenticating access and enabling account features.
- Processing and displaying user content – ensuring that posts, images, and other submitted content are stored and presented correctly.
- Providing location-based services – showing relevant nearby places in the HotSpots feed without storing your real-time location.
- Communicating with you – sending updates, security notifications, or important information.
- Improving our Service – analyzing usage trends and feedback to enhance functionality.
- Ensuring security and preventing fraud – detecting and preventing unauthorized access or misuse.
- Complying with legal obligations – fulfilling legal and regulatory requirements.
Public Post Visibility and Discovery
Where Your Public Posts Appear:
When you publish a post and select a location, that post becomes eligible to appear:
- In the HotSpots for that area (if it matches users' filter choices);
- In the Discover Feed of other users who are geographically near the place you posted at.
Audience Scope: We do not broadcast your real-time device location; visibility is based on the location you chose for the post and proximity logic.
Removal & Control: You may delete any of your posts at any time from your Profile. Once deleted, the post will no longer be visible in HotSpots or Discover (cached views may briefly persist but are purged shortly).
Non-Public Content: Private content is never displayed in HotSpots or Discover. It only appears in the Friends feed of the user's approved friends.
Sharing Your Personal Data
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers – to assist us in operating the App (e.g., AWS Cognito for authentication).
- With business partners – if necessary to provide additional services, under strict confidentiality.
- For legal reasons – when required to comply with Portuguese or EU laws, or in response to legal requests.
- In case of business transfers – if our company undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
- With your consent – when you explicitly authorize sharing your information for a specific purpose.
⚠ User Content Visibility: Content (e.g., posts and images) that you voluntarily submit may be visible to other users of the App as per the App's settings and features.
Advertising and Sponsored Content
Sponsored Deals: We display paid listings ("Sponsored Deals") that are marked as such.
Data Used: To serve and measure Sponsored Deals, we may share non-identifiable, aggregated data—such as your general location (city/region) and age bracket—with our advertising partners.
No Personal Profiling: We do not share personal identifiers (name, email, precise location) for ad targeting.
Your Choices: You can opt out of all personalized ads by [updating your preferences in the App settings] or by emailing engineering@fomoapp.org.
Third-Party Websites and Events
External Links: Our Service may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us, such as event organizers or ticket selling platforms.
No Control: If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.
Responsibility: We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
Retention and Transfer of Your Data
Data Retention
We store your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
- Account data: Retained until you delete your account or request removal.
- User Content: Retained as long as your account is active or until you manually delete the content.
- Usage data: Retained for shorter periods unless required for security, troubleshooting, or service improvements.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be stored or processed outside Portugal or the European Economic Area (EEA), but we ensure that:
- Transfers occur only to countries with adequate data protection laws (as determined by the European Commission); or
- We apply appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or similar agreements.
Deleting Your Data
You may request the deletion of your personal data at any time by:
- Managing your Account settings within the App; or
- Contacting us at engineering@fomoapp.org
⚠ Note: Some data may be retained for legal compliance, security, or fraud prevention.
Security of Your Personal Data
We implement strong security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive information;
- Access controls to restrict unauthorized access;
- Monitoring systems to detect and prevent security breaches.
⚠ However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against cyber threats.
Age Restrictions
Our Service is only intended for users aged 18 and above. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use the App.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18. If you believe an underage person has provided us with data, please contact engineering@fomoapp.org, and we will take appropriate action.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated via:
- Notifications in the App;
- Email (if applicable);
- Updates to this page.
The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
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