Privacy Policy – Aperta

This Privacy Policy explains how Cirque Media LLC ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use Aperta. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Aperta is a location-based social media application operated by Cirque Media LLC, a Wyoming limited liability company. The Service is distributed via the Apple App Store and Google Play.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

• Email address (used for authentication and account access)
• Username
• Optional profile information (name, photo, bio)

User Content

• Images, videos, and text you upload
• Comments, likes, and other in-app interactions

Location Information

• Approximate device location, if permission is granted

Usage & Device Data

• General app usage and feature interaction data
• Device type, operating system, and technical diagnostics
• Crash reports and performance logs

Moderation & Safety Data

• User reports and associated metadata
• Account enforcement actions (e.g., warnings, suspensions)

3. How We Use Information

• Operate and maintain core app functionality
• Display content relevant to a user-selected location
• Manage accounts and profiles
• Moderate content and enforce community standards
• Monitor performance, stability, and reliability

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

4. Content Responsibility

You are responsible for the content you choose to share on Aperta. By uploading content, you confirm that you have the legal right to share it and that it complies with applicable laws.

5. Content Visibility & Retention

Aperta is designed around time-based and relevance-based content visibility. Content may expire, be hidden, or lose visibility over time based on engagement, user preferences, or moderation actions.

When content or accounts are deleted, associated data may not be removed immediately and may be retained for a limited period for technical, security, moderation, or legal compliance purposes. In certain cases, data may be preserved longer where required to investigate abuse, enforce platform rules, or comply with legal obligations.

Moderation and enforcement records may be retained separately from user content to support platform safety, abuse prevention, and appeals.

6. Location Data

Aperta uses approximate location data to filter and display content. Location information is intentionally imprecise, not publicly displayed, and not used to identify individual users.

7. Communications

Aperta does not send marketing or promotional emails. Emails may be sent only for essential account-related purposes, such as authentication, password resets, or direct responses to user inquiries.

8. Payments

Aperta is currently free to use. We do not collect or store payment or billing information. If paid features are introduced in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.

9. Data Sharing

We share information only with:

• Service providers used to operate the app (such as cloud hosting and infrastructure)
• Authorized administrators for moderation and safety purposes
• Law enforcement or authorities when legally required

We do not share data with advertisers or third-party marketing companies.

10. Analytics & Diagnostics

We may use analytics and diagnostic tools to understand app performance, detect errors, and improve reliability. These tools collect limited technical and usage data and are not used for behavioral advertising.

11. User Rights

• View and edit your profile information
• Delete content you have shared
• Delete your account through in-app settings

12. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

13. International Data Transfers

Information may be stored and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate.

14. Age Restrictions

Aperta is intended for users 18 years of age or older. Accounts believed to belong to minors may be removed.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact

Email: support@apertasocial.com
Admin: admin@apertasocial.com
Company: Cirque Media LLC
Location: Teton County, Wyoming, USA