Last updated: 11/1/2025
Information We Collect
SUP collects information to provide hyper-local, real-time news services. We collect:
- Location data when you post content (GPS coordinates with 150m accuracy)
- Video content you voluntarily share as eyewitness reports
- Account information if you choose to register (email, authentication tokens)
- Usage analytics to improve our service
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Verify the authenticity of eyewitness reports through GPS validation
- Cluster related posts into coherent news stories
- Provide location-based content relevant to your area
- Moderate content and prevent spam
- Send push notifications for nearby incidents (if enabled)
Location Data
Location data is essential to our service. We snap GPS coordinates to a 150m grid to protect your precise location while maintaining story accuracy. Location data is only collected when you actively post content, and you can choose not to post if you prefer not to share your location.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information:
- When required by law or to comply with legal processes
- To protect the safety of our users or prevent illegal activity
- With service providers who help us operate the app (under strict confidentiality)
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt out of push notifications
- Report content that violates our community standards
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@seewhatsup.io