Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Leark, your all-in-one platform for smart business event networking and slot booking. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

By using Leark, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Information

When you Sing In and use Leark, we may collect the following personal information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password
• Profile Information: Business name, company details, job title, contact information, and event participation details

2. Business Information

To provide networking and booking services, we collect:

• Business Details: Company name, industry, services, and business category (B2B, B2C, or B2B+B2C)
• Event Information: Events you're attending, meeting preferences, and availability
• Meeting Data: Scheduled meetings, booking history, and meeting notes

3. Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use Leark:

• App Activity: Features you use, pages you visit, and actions you take
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Location Data: General location information (if you grant permission) to help with event-based features
• QR Code Scans: Information about users you scan and interactions you have

4. Network and Contact Information

When you use networking features, we collect:

• Scanned Contacts: Business details and contact information from QR codes you scan
• Meeting Bookings: Information about meetings you book, receive, or have pending
• User Lists: Contact information of users you view or interact with

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

1. Service Provision

• Edit and update your account and profile
• Enable event networking and slot booking functionality
• Facilitate connections between event participants
• Process and manage meeting bookings (Booking, Pending, and Received sections)
• Display promotional banners and advertisements from businesses

2. Communication

• Send you notifications about meeting requests, confirmations, and reminders
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Send important updates about the app and your account
• Share relevant event information and networking opportunities

3. Personalization

• Customize your experience based on your preferences and event participation
• Show relevant business categories (B2B, B2C, B2B+B2C) and user lists
• Provide personalized recommendations for networking opportunities

4. Analytics and Improvement

• Analyze app usage to improve our services and user experience
• Monitor and prevent technical issues and security threats
• Conduct research and development to enhance features

5. Legal Compliance

• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, and property
• Enforce our terms of service and policies

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

1. With Other Users

• Public Profile: Your business profile information (name, company, contact details) is visible to other Leark users at events
• QR Code Sharing: When you share your QR code, other users can access your business details and contact information
• Meeting Bookings: When you book or receive a meeting, relevant information is shared with the other party
• User Lists: Your information may appear in searchable user lists by category

2. Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

3. Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: We use encryption technologies to protect data in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure Authentication: Secure login and password protection
• Regular Updates: We regularly update our security practices and systems

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

1. Access and Update

• Access your personal and business profile information through the Profile section
• Edit and update your contact, event participation, and personal information
• View your meeting bookings, scanned list, and interaction history

2. Data Deletion

• Remove individual contacts from your scanned list
• Cancel or delete meeting bookings (subject to terms and conditions)

3. Privacy Settings

• Control what information is visible in your public profile
• Manage notification preferences
• Control location sharing permissions

4. Opt-Out

• Opt-out of promotional communications (you may still receive important service-related messages)
• Disable certain features or data collection where available

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Leark may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze app usage and performance
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve security and prevent fraud

You can control cookie preferences through your device settings, though this may affect some app functionality.

Children's Privacy

Leark is designed for business professionals and is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using Leark, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification through the app (for significant changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.