Your privacy matters to us
We know that reaching out to new people can feel personal.
FriendsApp is built around trust and confidentiality.
This page explains, in plain language, what we do with your information.
What information we collect
When you join FriendsApp, we collect:
- Email address – so you can log in, reset your password, and receive important account messages.
- Nickname – this is what other members see on your messages.
- Your first message – what you choose to share about yourself and who you’d like to talk to.
- Optional profile details – such as categories (e.g. “new in town”) and interests (e.g. “travel”, “music”), if you decide to add them.
Like most websites, we may also collect:
- IP address and basic device information – for security, spam prevention, and anonymous usage statistics.
We do not ask for your full real name, address, or phone number.
What we use your information for
We use your information to:
- Create and manage your FriendsApp account
- Show your messages and profile to other members
- Keep the service safe and prevent abuse or spam
- Send essential account emails (e.g. login, password reset, important updates)
We do not sell your data.
We do not share your email address with other members.
Who can see what
- Your nickname, message, and any optional categories/interests you choose are visible on the FriendsApp feed to other members.
- Your email address is never shown publicly.
What you share in your message is entirely up to you.
If you ever feel unsure, share less – you can always add more later.
How long we keep your data
We keep your account information while your FriendsApp account is active.
If you ask us to close your account, we will delete or anonymise your personal data where possible, except where we’re required to keep certain records (for example, for security or legal reasons).
Cookies & analytics
FriendsApp may use cookies and basic analytics to:
- keep you logged in
- remember your preferences
- understand how people use the site so we can improve it
We keep this as minimal and privacy-friendly as possible.
(If you later add Google Analytics or similar, we can expand this section.)
Your choices & rights
You can:
- change your nickname and profile information
- update your categories and interests
- request that we delete your account
- stop using FriendsApp at any time
If you live in the UK or EU, you also have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. We’ll do our best to help with any request.
How to contact us about privacy
FriendsApp is run by a small, independent team.
If you have any questions about your privacy or data, you can email:
We’re a tiny operation and can’t promise fast personal replies,
but we do read every message and will help where we can.
In simple terms
- We only collect what we need to run FriendsApp.
- We will never sell your data.
- Your email is never shown to other members.
- You can leave any time.
FriendsApp is here to make the world feel a little friendlier – and that only works if you can trust us.
