Draft for review. This policy may be updated before launch.
Introduction
Circa ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Circa mobile application and related services at usecirca.app. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using Circa, you agree to the collection and use of information as described here.
Information We Collect
Account information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and authentication credentials through our identity and authentication provider. If you sign in with Apple or Google, we receive the profile information those providers share with us.
Profile information: You may provide a display name, bio, profile photo, and backdrop color. Other members of your Groups can see this information according to Group membership.
Content you create: Photos, videos, captions, comments, reactions, chat messages, and Highlights you post in Circa are stored so your Group can view and interact with them.
Usage and device data: We may collect basic diagnostic information (app version, device type, operating system version) when you contact support or when errors occur.
Push notifications: If you enable notifications, we register a device token with Apple Push Notification service so we can alert you about activity in your Groups. You can turn notifications off at any time in iOS Settings.
Waitlist information: If you join the waitlist on usecirca.app, we collect your email address and any optional details you provide (such as first name, Group name, school or university, Group type, Group size, your role, and beta interest). We use this to notify you about launch and, if you choose, to consider you for early access.
How We Use Your Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve Circa
- Authenticate you and secure your account
- Display your content to members of your Groups
- Send in-app notifications about activity in your Groups
- Respond to support requests and enforce our Terms
- Comply with legal obligations
How We Store Data
Structured data is stored with established third-party cloud infrastructure providers using a managed database. Media files are stored in dedicated cloud object storage. We do not sell your personal information.
Sharing With Others
Circa is a private, Group-based app. Content you post in a Group is visible to members of that Group according to memory membership and Group settings. We may share information with service providers who help us operate Circa (Supabase, Cloudflare, Apple, Google).
Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses only the minimal cookies and similar technologies needed to operate the site and to protect our waitlist form from spam and abuse (using Cloudflare Turnstile). We may use privacy-respecting analytics to understand aggregate usage and improve Circa. We do not use advertising trackers, and we do not sell your personal information.
International Data Transfers
Circa is operated from the United States. If you access Circa from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate, which may have different data protection laws than your country.
Data Security
We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your information, including encryption in transit and access controls. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Retention and Deletion
Free accounts: Memories may be retained for a limited period (typically 90 days after a memory closes) unless saved as a Highlight or covered by a paid subscription. To request account deletion, contact support@usecirca.app from the email address associated with your account.
Your Choices
You may edit your profile, leave a Group, control notification preferences in Settings, request data export or deletion by email, and revoke Photos access in iOS Settings.
Your Regional Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information:
- California residents: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell your personal information.
- EEA and UK residents: You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal information, and to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, contact support@usecirca.app from the email address associated with your account or waitlist signup.
Children
Circa is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country). Contact support@usecirca.app if you believe a child has provided us personal information.
Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
Questions? Email support@usecirca.app.