Privacy Policy for Prairie Whisper

This Privacy Policy explains how Prairie Whisper ("we," "our," or "us") gathers, processes, and safeguards your personal information when you use our mobile application (the "Service"). It also outlines your rights regarding personal data and describes the legal measures that protect your privacy.

By accessing or using the Service, you confirm your agreement with the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Key Definitions

For clarity, the following terms are used:

• Account: A unique user profile you create to access features of the Service.

• Affiliate: Any business entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with us. "Control" means ownership of 50% or more of voting rights or equity.

• Application: The Prairie Whisper mobile software owned and distributed by the Company.

• Company: Refers to Prairie Whisper.

• Country: Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

• Device: Any hardware used to access the Service, including smartphones, tablets, or desktop computers.

• Personal Data: Information that directly or indirectly identifies you as an individual.

• Service: The Prairie Whisper mobile application and related features.

• Service Provider: Third-party individuals or organizations engaged to deliver services or process data on our behalf.

• Usage Data: Information automatically collected during use, such as IP address, browser version, device identifiers, visited pages, and session duration.

• You: The individual using the Service or the organization on whose behalf you act.

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2. Data We Collect

Personal Data
We may request details that can identify you personally, such as:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address (city, state/province, ZIP/postal code)

Usage Data
Collected automatically while using the Service, including:

• IP address, browser type/version, and device information

• Pages you visit, time spent, and activity patterns

• Mobile device specifics such as operating system and unique identifiers

Device Data
With your permission, we may access features like your device’s camera or photo gallery to enable certain functions. Permissions can be managed or revoked anytime through your device settings.

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3. Use of Information

Your information may be used to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Service

• Manage your Account and registration

• Fulfill purchases, subscriptions, or contractual obligations

• Deliver updates, notifications, and promotional messages (with your consent)

• Respond to customer support requests and inquiries

• Facilitate business transitions such as mergers or acquisitions

• Analyze usage trends to optimize performance and user experience

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4. Information Sharing

Your data may be shared with:

• Service Providers – to assist with hosting, analytics, or customer support

• Affiliates – including subsidiaries and parent entities under this Privacy Policy

• Business Partners – to deliver offers, services, or collaborations relevant to you

• Other Users – if you choose to make certain information public

• Authorities – if required by law, regulation, or for corporate transactions

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5. Data Retention and Transfers

We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes described in this Policy. Usage Data may be kept for shorter durations unless needed for legal, security, or analytical purposes.

Your information may be transferred and stored in other jurisdictions where privacy laws differ. In such cases, we implement protective measures to ensure compliance and safeguard your data.

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6. User Rights

As a user, you may:

• Access, modify, or update your personal information

• Request deletion of your data unless retention is required by law

• Manage or revoke permissions granted to the app for device features

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7. Legal Obligations

We may disclose information if necessary to:

• Comply with legal requirements or governmental requests

• Protect the rights, safety, or property of the Company, users, or third parties

• Facilitate corporate restructuring such as mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

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8. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your data. However, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and absolute protection cannot be ensured.