Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 13, 2026

📱 Summary

Rove helps you discover amazing places to visit. We only collect the data necessary to provide you with personalized travel recommendations. We never sell your data, and you can delete your account anytime.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

Email Address: Used for account creation and authentication
Password: Securely encrypted and stored using industry-standard authentication services
Account Creation Date: Timestamp of when you created your account

Location Data

Approximate Location: We use your location to calculate distances to places and show nearby recommendations
When We Access It: Only when you're actively using the app (not in background)
Your Control: You can deny location access; the app will still work but won't show distances

Usage Data

Saved Places: Places you mark as favorites are stored in your account
Search Queries: Cities you explore to provide recommendations
Category Preferences: Types of places you're interested in (restaurants, museums, etc.)

Technical Information

Device Information: Basic device and OS information for app compatibility
Error Data: Technical logs when issues occur to help us improve the app

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Create and manage your account
Provide personalized travel recommendations based on your preferences
Calculate distances from your location to recommended places
Save your favorite places across devices
Improve app functionality and fix bugs
Send important account-related communications (if needed)

We do NOT:

Sell your data to third parties
Use your data for advertising
Share your personal information without your consent
Track your location when the app is closed

3. Third-Party Services

Rove uses trusted third-party service providers to deliver our features:

Google Services

Firebase: User authentication and secure data storage
Google Places: Place information, photos, and location data
Data Shared: Email address (authentication only), search queries, saved places
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

4. Data Storage & Security

Where Your Data is Stored:

All data is stored securely with industry-standard cloud service providers
Data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest
Primary servers are located in the United States

Security Measures:

Industry-standard encryption for passwords
Secure authentication tokens
Access controls limiting who can access your data
Regular security updates and monitoring

Data Retention:

Your data is retained as long as your account is active
When you delete your account, all personal data is permanently removed within 30 days
No data is retained after account deletion

5. Your Rights & Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access Your Data

You can view all your saved places within the app at any time.

Update Your Information

You can modify your saved places by removing or adding favorites.

Delete Your Account

You can delete your account at any time directly within the app (Settings → About → Delete Account). This will permanently remove:

Your email and account credentials
All saved places and preferences
Your usage data and search history

Account deletion is immediate and cannot be undone.

Location Permissions

You can control location access through:

iOS Settings → Rove → Location
Options: Never, Ask Next Time, While Using App

Export Your Data

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will:

Update the "Last Updated" date at the top
Notify you through the app or via email
Give you the opportunity to review the changes

Continued use of Rove after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

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 (we don't sell data)
Right to deletion of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights

8. European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Right to Object: Object to certain data processing

Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on your consent and our legitimate interest in providing travel recommendations.

Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 13, 2026

📋 Summary

By using Rove, you agree to use the app responsibly, respect our services, and acknowledge that travel recommendations are suggestions only. We provide the app "as-is" and are not liable for your travel decisions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account and using Rove, you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use Rove. By using the app, you represent that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these terms.

3. Account Responsibilities

Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password
Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate information when creating your account
One Account: You may only create one account per person
Account Activity: You are responsible for all activity under your account

4. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

Use the app for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
Attempt to access, tamper with, or use non-public areas of the app
Interfere with or disrupt the app or servers
Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the app
Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
Share your account credentials with others
Abuse or exploit bugs for personal gain

5. Travel Recommendations Disclaimer

Important: Rove provides travel recommendations as suggestions only. We are not responsible for:

The accuracy or quality of recommended places
Changes in place availability, hours, or conditions
Your safety or experiences at recommended locations
Third-party information or content from external service providers
Your travel decisions or outcomes based on our recommendations

Always verify information independently and use common sense when traveling.

6. Usage Limits

To ensure fair access for all users, Rove implements usage limits on recommendation requests. We reserve the right to:

Set and modify usage limits at any time
Throttle or restrict accounts that exceed reasonable use
Introduce premium tiers or paid features in the future

Current limits are displayed in the app and may change with notice.

7. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of Rove (including design, text, graphics, logos, and software) are owned by Rove and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Place data and photos are provided by third-party service providers and remain the property of their respective owners.

8. Third-Party Services

Rove integrates with third-party service providers to deliver app functionality, including but not limited to:

Authentication and data storage services
Place information and photo providers
AI-powered recommendation engines

Your use of these services through Rove is subject to their respective terms of service. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or reliability of third-party services.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

Rove is provided "AS-IS" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the app will be error-free, uninterrupted, or secure.

We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

Loss of profits, revenue, or data
Travel-related losses or expenses
Damages from use or inability to use the app
Third-party actions or content

Our total liability to you for any claims shall not exceed $50 USD.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Rove, its developers, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

Your use of the app
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any rights of another party

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for:

Violation of these Terms of Service
Fraudulent or illegal activity
Abuse of the service or other users
Any reason at our sole discretion

You may terminate your account at any time by deleting it within the app. Upon termination, your right to use Rove immediately ceases.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. When we make significant changes:

We will update the "Last Updated" date
We may notify you through the app or via email
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

If you do not agree to changes, you must stop using the app and delete your account.

13. Governing Law & Disputes

Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state where the developer is located, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of Rove shall be resolved through:

Good faith negotiation first
If negotiation fails, binding arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association rules
Arbitration shall be conducted individually, not as a class action

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Rove regarding your use of the app.