Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 22, 2025

1. Introduction

HiveSnaps ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application (the "App") to interact with the Hive blockchain.

Our fundamental principle is simple: we don't collect, store, or control your personal data. HiveSnaps is built on the decentralized Hive blockchain, which means your data belongs to you and is stored on a distributed network, not on our servers.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

Unlike traditional social media platforms, HiveSnaps does NOT collect:

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Device identifiers or tracking information
• Location data
• Browsing history or usage analytics
• Contact lists or social connections
• Biometric data
• Any data for advertising or marketing purposes

3. How the App Works

HiveSnaps is a decentralized application (dApp) that interfaces directly with the Hive blockchain. When you use the app:

• Your content (photos, videos, posts) is stored on the Hive blockchain
• Your Hive account credentials are stored locally on your device
• All interactions happen directly between your device and the blockchain
• We do not have access to your private keys or personal content

4. Blockchain Data

When you post content through HiveSnaps, that content becomes part of the public Hive blockchain. This means:

• Your posts, comments, and votes are publicly visible
• This data is permanently stored on the blockchain
• Anyone can access this information through various Hive frontends
• You maintain full ownership and control of your content

5. Local Device Storage

The app may store the following information locally on your device:

• Your Hive account credentials (encrypted)
• App preferences and settings
• Cached content for improved performance

This information never leaves your device and is not transmitted to us or any third parties.

6. Third-Party Services

HiveSnaps may interact with:

• Hive blockchain nodes: To read and write blockchain data
• IPFS or similar services: For decentralized media storage
• App stores: For app distribution and updates

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

7. Camera and Media Access

The app requests permission to access your device's camera and photo library solely to:

• Take photos and videos for posting
• Select existing media from your device

This access is used only when you actively choose to share content. We do not access your media library without your explicit action.

8. Data Security

Since we don't collect or store your personal data, there's no centralized database that could be compromised. Your security depends on:

• Keeping your Hive account credentials secure
• Using strong passwords
• Protecting your device from unauthorized access

9. Children's Privacy

HiveSnaps is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app should only be used by individuals who are at least 13 years old.

We are committed to child safety and have comprehensive measures in place to protect minors. For detailed information about our child protection policies, please see our Child Safety Standards.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Your Rights

Because we don't collect your personal data, traditional data protection rights (like deletion requests) don't apply to us. However, you have complete control over:

• Your Hive account and its content
• What you choose to share on the blockchain
• Your local app data (which you can delete by uninstalling the app)