1. Introduction

Welcome to FAME ("we," "our," or "us"). FAME is a mobile application that connects verified Instagram influencers with establishments in Algeria for collaboration opportunities. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains our data practices in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Algeria's data protection laws, and international privacy standards. By using FAME, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

2. Data Controller

FAME Application
Location: Algeria
Email: support@fame-dz.com

For all privacy-related inquiries, data access requests, or concerns, please contact us at the email address above.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account and use FAME, we collect:

Data Type	Purpose	User Type
Email Address	Account authentication, communication	All users
Full Name	Profile identification	All users
Phone Number	Account verification, communication	All users
Profile Photos	Visual identification, portfolio	All users
Instagram Username	Influencer verification	Influencers only
Business Information	Establishment verification, collaboration matching	Establishments only
Location (Wilaya/City)	Show nearby collaboration opportunities	All users
Portfolio Images	Showcase previous work	Influencers only
Bio/Description	Profile presentation	All users

3.2 Instagram Data We Collect

For influencer verification, we collect public Instagram profile information through the EnsembleData API (a third-party Instagram data provider). This includes:

• Username: Your Instagram handle
• Follower Count: To verify minimum 10,000 follower requirement
• Following Count: For profile completeness
• Post Count: To assess account activity
• Verification Status: Whether your account is verified by Instagram
• Account Privacy Status: Public or private account
• Profile Picture: Your public Instagram profile photo
• Biography: Your Instagram bio text (used for verification code confirmation)
• Engagement Metrics: Average likes, comments, and engagement rate (calculated from recent public posts)

3.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you use FAME, we automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, device identifiers
• App Usage Data: Features used, time spent in app, interaction patterns
• Location Data: Approximate location (city/region level) when you use location-based features
• Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes, performance data
• Firebase Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics and app performance metrics

3.4 Collaboration and Interaction Data

As you use FAME's core features, we collect:

• Offers created by establishments
• Applications submitted by influencers
• Messages exchanged between matched parties
• Collaboration status and completion records
• Ratings and reviews after collaboration completion
• Notification preferences and delivery status

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 Primary Purposes

We use your information to:

1. Provide Core Services: Enable account creation, influencer verification, offer creation, application submission, and collaboration management
2. Facilitate Matching: Connect influencers with suitable establishments based on location, follower count tier, and collaboration preferences
3. Ensure Quality: Verify influencer credentials (10,000+ followers), maintain platform integrity, and prevent fraud
4. Enable Communication: Send notifications about new offers, application status changes, collaboration updates, and system messages
5. Process Transactions: Track collaboration progress, manage completion status, and facilitate the rating system

4.2 Secondary Purposes

1. Improve Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features, fix bugs, and optimize performance
2. Customer Support: Respond to inquiries, resolve issues, and provide assistance
3. Safety and Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, security incidents, and technical issues
4. Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
5. Business Operations: Conduct analytics, research, and development to improve FAME

4.3 Marketing and Communications

We may send you promotional communications about new features, tips for successful collaborations, and platform updates. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time through your account settings or by clicking "unsubscribe" in any marketing email. Transactional communications (e.g., collaboration notifications, security alerts) cannot be disabled as they are essential for the service.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Processing Activity	Legal Basis
Account creation and service provision	Contract performance (Terms of Service)
Instagram verification	Contract performance + Legitimate interest
Matching influencers with establishments	Contract performance
Communication and notifications	Contract performance + Consent
Analytics and service improvement	Legitimate interest
Security and fraud prevention	Legitimate interest + Legal obligation
Marketing communications	Consent (opt-in)

6. How We Share Your Information

6.1 Within the FAME Platform

Your profile information is visible to other users as follows:

• Influencers: Your profile (name, photo, bio, portfolio, Instagram metrics) is visible to establishments when you apply for their offers
• Establishments: Your profile (name, photo, bio, business type, location) is visible to influencers browsing offers
• Public Ratings: After collaboration completion, ratings and reviews may be visible on profiles

6.2 Third-Party Services

We share limited information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating FAME:

Service Provider	Purpose	Data Shared
Firebase (Google)	Authentication, database, storage, analytics	Email, user IDs, usage data
EnsembleData	Instagram profile verification	Instagram username only
Expo Push Notifications	Send app notifications	Device tokens, notification content

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. They cannot use your data for their own purposes.

6.3 We Never Sell Your Data

6.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to:

• Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
• Enforce our Terms of Service or protect our rights and property
• Protect the safety and security of FAME, our users, or the public
• Detect, prevent, or address fraud, security, or technical issues

7. Data Storage and Security

7.1 Where We Store Your Data

Your data is stored on Firebase Cloud Platform servers, which may be located in various regions globally. Firebase complies with GDPR and provides appropriate safeguards for international data transfers through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.

7.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data transmitted to and from FAME is encrypted using TLS/SSL protocols
• Firebase Security Rules: Strict access controls ensure users can only access their own data
• Authentication: Secure user authentication with password requirements and email verification
• Regular Security Audits: We continuously monitor for vulnerabilities and security threats
• Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to user data, and only when necessary
• Secure Development: We follow secure coding practices and regularly update dependencies

7.3 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Necessary to provide our services
• Required to comply with legal obligations
• Necessary to resolve disputes and enforce our policies

When you delete your account, we permanently delete your personal information within 30 days, except for data we are legally required to retain (e.g., transaction records for tax purposes). Cached Instagram data is automatically deleted after 30 days of inactivity.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Algeria, you have the following rights:

1. Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
2. Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
3. Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal data
4. Right to Restriction: Request that we limit how we use your data
5. Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
6. Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
7. Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
8. Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

8.1 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

1. In-App: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Data Management
2. Email: Send a request to support@fame-dz.com
3. Account Deletion: Use the "Delete My Account" feature in app settings

We will respond to your request within 30 days. For security purposes, we may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request.

9. Children's Privacy

FAME is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will delete such information from our systems within 48 hours.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

FAME uses Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics and improve app performance. This includes:

• App opens and session duration
• Features used and screen views
• Device type and operating system
• Crash reports and error logs

This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally. You can opt out of analytics tracking in your device settings or app preferences.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Algeria. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
• Firebase's GDPR-compliant data processing agreements
• Adequate security measures equivalent to those required in the EEA

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Sending an in-app notification
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document

Your continued use of FAME after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

14. Contact Information

15. Consent

By using FAME, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use FAME.