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Privacy Policy
This page explains, in plain language, what we collect, why we collect it, and what control you have.
Last updated: March 6, 2026
Quick summary
- We collect only the data needed to run the app and remember your preferences.
- We do not sell your personal data.
- You can use most features without creating an account.
- If you sign in with Google, we receive basic account details (name, email, profile image) from Google.
What data we collect
1. Account data (only when you sign in)
If you use Google sign-in, we receive your name, email address, and profile image so we can create and maintain your account.
2. Jurisdiction selections and preferences
We store the jurisdictions you select so your feed stays relevant. If you are signed out, this is stored in your browser. If you are signed in, this can also be saved to your account.
3. Location data (optional)
We only use your location if you tap Use my location. It is used to suggest nearby jurisdictions and county context.
4. Technical data
Like most websites, we collect basic technical data such as browser type, device info, request logs, and security/session data needed to keep the service running.
How we use data
- Show local meetings and local-buzz content for your selected jurisdictions.
- Save your preferences across sessions and devices (when signed in).
- Secure accounts, prevent abuse, and troubleshoot reliability issues.
- Improve feature quality and performance.
When data is shared
We share data only when needed to provide core functionality, for example:
- Google OAuth for sign-in.
- Public data sources used to fetch meeting and local news content.
- Infrastructure/services used to host and secure the application.
We do not sell your personal data to advertisers or data brokers.
Your choices
- You can use the app without signing in.
- You can clear selected jurisdictions at any time in the header picker.
- You can update saved choices from Preferences.
- You can revoke location access in your browser settings if you no longer want location-based suggestions.
Policy updates
If we materially change how data is handled, we will update this page and the “Last updated” date above.
