Last Updated: 30/12/2025

• Username, email, profile details, preferences, interests
   
• Photos, videos, posts, messages, and other uploaded content
   

• Device information, logs, app performance, crash data
   
• Proximity-based detection when Ping is enabled
   
• Location data only when the user grants permission
   

• Ping only functions when manually activated
   
• The app may detect nearby users also using Ping
   
• A connection (Link) only forms if both accept the encounter
   
• Ping does not run in the background once disabled
   

We may use data to:

• Operate app features, chats, and user discovery
   
• Personalize recommendations and trending content
   
• Improve app performance, stability, and security
   
• Respond to support requests and user reports
   

We do not sell personal information.
We may share data only with:

• Verified service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, security)
   
• Authorities if legally required for safety, fraud, or compliance purposes
   

• Catalink is for users 12+.
   
• Ages 12–15 require parental or guardian consent.
   
• Accounts that violate this rule may be suspended or removed for safety.
   
• We do not knowingly collect data from users under 12.
   

• Data is stored while the account remains active.
   
• Deleted accounts are permanently removed within 30 days, except where retention is legally required for fraud or safety.
   

Depending on regional laws, you may request to:

• Access or update your data
   
• Delete your account
   
• Withdraw Ping/location permissions
   

Requests may be sent to: support@catalink.app

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards, but cannot guarantee complete protection due to the nature of online systems.