If you choose to use the Mobile Application, you agree to our policy relating to the collection and use of your personal information. The personal information that we collect is used for providing and improving our services provided by the Mobile Application. We will not use or share your personal information with anyone except as described in this privacy policy.
Information Collection and Use
For a better experience, while using the Mobile Application, we may require you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information. The information that we request will be retained by us and used as described in this privacy policy.
We may collect information about the devices you use to access our Mobile Application, including hardware models, operating systems, OS versions and unique device identifiers.
When you use our Mobile Application, we collect server logs, which may include information like device IP address, access dates and times, app features or pages viewed, app crashes and other system activity.
When you use our Mobile Application, we may require you to provide us with contact list and image information.
BOA uses the information it collects to personalise, maintain and improve its products and services, to help maintain the safety and integrity of the Mobile Application by preventing fake and fraud accounts, assist you when you contact our customer support team, and to investigate or address claims or disputes to your use of the Mobile Application, or as otherwise allowed by applicable law.
Cookies
Cookies are files with a small amount of data that are commonly used as anonymous unique identifiers. These are sent to your browser from the websites that you visit and are stored on your device's internal memory.
The Mobile Application may use third party code and libraries that use “cookies” to collect information and improve their services, such as authenticating users and remembering user preferences and settings. You have the option to either accept or refuse these cookies and know when a cookie is being sent to your device. If you choose to refuse our cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of the Mobile Application.
Service Providers
BOA may share your information if it is so required by applicable law, regulation, operating agreement, legal process or governmental request, and if we notify you and you consent to us so doing.
Information Retention and Deletion
BOA retains your information while the Account remains active, unless you ask us to delete your information or the Account.
Subject to the exceptions described below, BOA deletes your information upon request. Subject to applicable law, BOA may retain information after the Account is deleted if:
- there is an unresolved issue relating to the Account, such as unresolved claim or dispute;
- BOA is required to retain it by applicable law; or
- it is necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as fraud prevention and enhancing user's safety and security.
Objectionable Content and Behaviors
BOA does not tolerate any objectionable content or behaviors as defined by Google Play's User Generated Content policy. We reserve the right to remove any content or suspend or terminate any user account that violates this policy, including but not limited to, hate speech, harassment and bullying, nudity and sexual content, violence and graphic content, and illegal activities.
We also encourage our users to report any objectionable content or behavior to us so that we can take appropriate action. Our team will review all reports and take necessary actions to ensure that our platform remains a safe and welcoming space for all users.
Contact List Access and Use
In compliance with Google Play's User Data Policy, our social media application seeks to enhance user experience by facilitating connections with friends, family, and colleagues. To achieve this, we may request access to the user's device contact list, solely for the purpose of providing personalized suggestions for potential connections within the application.
Upon granting permission, the user acknowledges and agrees that we may collect, store, and use their contact list information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and Google Play's User Data Policy. We ensure that the collected information is securely stored, managed, and used exclusively for the outlined purpose. We are committed to handling user contact information with the utmost care and respect for privacy, and in full compliance with all applicable data protection regulations and guidelines.
For more information on how we handle user data, please refer to our complete Privacy Policy, and to understand your rights and choices regarding the use of your data, consult Google Play's User Data Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. These changes are effective immediately after they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.