Last updated: 2026-07-17
1. Introduction
1.1 About this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Summn (“Summn”, “the App”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you use our mobile application and related services.
Summn is a platform that allows people to create and join spontaneous activities with people nearby, such as sports sessions, meals, outdoor activities, networking meetups, and other social experiences.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1.2 Data Controller
The person responsible for processing your personal data is:
Mario Campione
Dammstrasse 6 6300 Zug
Switzerland
Email: support@summn.app
Once Summn is operated through a registered company, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data that you provide directly, data generated through your use of the App, and technical information required to operate and improve Summn.
2.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Email address
- Password or authentication information
- Profile information you choose to provide
Your date of birth may be used to verify age eligibility and maintain a safe community.
2.2 Profile and Community Data
To enable social discovery and activity participation, we may collect:
- Profile preferences
- Interests
- Activity preferences
- Activities you create
- Activities you join
- Activity participation history
- Ratings, feedback, or reviews you provide
- Reports, complaints, or safety-related information submitted through the App
2.3 Location Data
Summn uses location information to provide location-based features, including helping you discover relevant activities nearby.
Depending on your device permissions, we may collect:
- Approximate location
- Device location information
- Location associated with activities you create or join
Your precise device location is not shared publicly with other users.
Other users may see limited location information related to an activity, such as a general area or meeting location, depending on the activity details and your settings.
You can control location permissions through your device settings. Disabling location access may limit some Summn features.
2.4 Technical and Usage Data
We may collect technical information including:
- Device type and model
- Operating system
- App version
- Device identifiers
- Usage interactions
- Crash reports
- Performance information
This information helps us maintain, secure, and improve the App.
3. Sensitive Personal Data
Summn does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data such as:
- Race or ethnicity
- Religious beliefs
- Political opinions
- Health information
- Sexual orientation
Users should avoid voluntarily sharing sensitive personal information through activity descriptions, profiles, or other public areas of the App.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
Providing Summn Services
Including:
- Creating and managing your account
- Allowing you to create and join activities
- Connecting you with nearby activities
- Sending relevant notifications
- Managing participation and interactions
Improving the App
Including:
- Understanding how users interact with Summn
- Improving features and user experience
- Detecting technical issues
- Measuring performance
Safety and Community Protection
Including:
- Preventing misuse
- Reviewing reports
- Enforcing community guidelines
- Protecting users and maintaining trust within the community
Legal Compliance
We may process and retain information where necessary to comply with legal obligations.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable, we process personal data based on:
- Performance of a contract: to provide Summn features and services requested by you.
- Consent: where you provide permission, such as for certain notifications, location access, or analytics features.
- Legitimate interests: such as improving Summn, maintaining security, and preventing abuse.
- Legal obligations: where processing is required by applicable law.
You may withdraw consent for certain processing activities at any time through your device settings or by contacting us.
6. Sharing of Personal Data
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share personal data in the following situations:
6.1 Service Providers
We use trusted third-party providers that process data on our behalf, including:
Firebase Analytics
We use Firebase Analytics, provided by Google, to understand usage of the App and improve our services.
Firebase may process information such as:
- Device information
- Usage events
- Technical information
Firebase processes data according to its own privacy practices.
MongoDB Atlas
We use MongoDB Atlas to securely store application data, including account and activity-related information.
Render
Our backend infrastructure is hosted using Render.
These providers process personal data only as necessary to provide their services and are expected to apply appropriate security measures.
6.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose personal data if required by law, including in response to valid legal requests from authorities.
7. User Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights including:
Right of Access
You may request information about the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Correction
You may request that inaccurate or incomplete information is corrected.
Right to Deletion
You may request deletion of your account and personal data.
Some information may need to be retained where required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Right to Object
You may object to certain processing activities where applicable.
To exercise your rights, contact:
8. Account Deletion
You may request deletion of your Summn account by:
- Using account deletion features within the App (when available), or
- Contacting us at support@summn.app
We will process deletion requests within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
When data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it unless we are legally required to retain it.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to protect your personal data.
These measures may include:
- Secure infrastructure
- Access controls
- Encryption where appropriate
- Monitoring and maintenance practices
However, no online service can guarantee complete security.
11. International Data Transfers
Some service providers used by Summn may process data outside Switzerland or the European Economic Area, including in countries such as the United States.
Where required, we use appropriate safeguards for international transfers, such as recognized contractual protections.
12. Children’s Privacy
Summn is intended for users aged 18 and above.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18.
If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a person under 18, we will take appropriate steps to delete that information.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When changes are made, we will update the “Last updated” date and, where appropriate, notify users through the App or other communication methods.
Your continued use of Summn after changes become effective means that you acknowledge the updated Privacy Policy.
14. Contact
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact:
Summn
Mario Campione
Dammstrasse 6 6300 Zug
Switzerland
Email: support@summn.app