Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 21, 2026

Welcome to somi. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Create or edit your profile
• Post content, stories, or comments
• Send messages to other users
• Contact our support team
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include: username, email address, profile pictures, biographical information, and any content you choose to share.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use somi, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, access times, pages viewed)
• Usage data (features used, time spent in app, interaction patterns)
• Location information (if you grant permission)
• Crash reports and performance data

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To create and manage your account
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
• To communicate with you about updates, features, and support
• To enable social features and user interactions
• To monitor and analyze usage trends and preferences
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• To enforce our Terms of Service and protect user safety
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 With Other Users

Content you post publicly (stories, comments, profile information) will be visible to other users according to your privacy settings.

3.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Cloud hosting and storage providers
• Analytics services
• Customer support platforms
• Email and communication services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and audits
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure development practices
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or security purposes.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Correction

You can access and update your account information at any time through the app settings.

6.2 Data Portability

You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

6.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. Some information may be retained in our backup systems for a limited period.

6.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

• Marketing communications (via unsubscribe link or app settings)
• Push notifications (via device settings)
• Location tracking (via device permissions)
• Analytics cookies (via app settings)

6.5 Do Not Track

Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" feature. Our app currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

7. Children's Privacy

somi is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from someone under 18, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.

8. 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 different from those in your country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Sending you an email notification
• Displaying a prominent notice in the app

Your continued use of somi after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

We do not sell your personal information. To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information below.

12. European Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority