Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Fonberg Technologies, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and disclose your data when you use Frith (“App”). By using Frith, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the App. We may update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect regulatory requirements, changes in our practices, or enhancements to Frith. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

2. Information We Collect

To provide a fully functional and personalized experience, Frith collects several types of data:

  • Personal Information: When you create an account on Frith, we may collect your name, phone number, birthday, and profile photos. This information helps us identify you on the App and enhance your user experience.

  • Contacts: Access Required: With your consent, Frith accesses your device's contacts to connect you with friends and mutual acquaintances who are also using the App. Please note that access to your contacts is essential for Frith to function properly. If you do not grant this permission, certain features may not work, and you may not be able to fully utilize the App as intended. You can adjust your device settings to manage contact access.

  • Location Data: Access Required: To help you find connections nearby and provide location-specific features, Frith requires access to your location data. If location services are not enabled or access is denied, the App cannot function as designed, and you may not be able to use it at all. For users who consent, Frith may collect GPS or other location data to enhance features like local connection suggestions.

  • Device Information: Frith may automatically collect technical information about your device, such as your device type, operating system, IP address, and unique device identifiers. This information helps us maintain the security of the App and troubleshoot any issues you may encounter.

  • Usage Information: We gather data on how you interact with Frith, including the features you use, the time and duration of your sessions, and other actions taken within the App. This usage data enables us to improve and personalize Frith’s functionality and content offerings.

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: Frith uses cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect data about your activity on the App. Cookies help us enhance user experience, remember your preferences, and improve our services. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies; however, doing so may impact certain features.

3. How We Use Your Information

Fonberg Technologies, LLC uses the information collected from Frith to provide, maintain, and improve our services. Specifically, we may use your information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: We use personal information to create and manage your Frith account, connect you with friends and mutuals, and enable core app functionality, such as location-based connections. Access to your contacts and location data is essential for these features to operate correctly.

  • Personalization: Frith aims to provide a customized experience by tailoring suggestions, connection recommendations, and content based on your interactions and interests.

  • Security and Fraud Prevention: To protect user data, prevent fraud, and maintain the integrity of Frith, we may monitor usage patterns and device information. Our automated security checks aim to detect and address potential risks or unauthorized access.

  • Communication: We may send you important updates, notifications, and other communications related to your account, security alerts, or service improvements. You may opt-out of non-essential communications, though certain critical updates may still be required.

  • Research and Development: Aggregated data and anonymized analytics help us understand user preferences, refine Frith’s features, and innovate new functionalities. This data is used to improve Frith’s performance and user experience without identifying individual users.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share data with trusted partners under certain conditions:

  • Service Providers: To operate Frith effectively, we may engage third-party service providers for cloud storage, analytics, customer support, and other operational needs. These partners are authorized to use your data only as necessary to provide these services.

  • Legal Compliance and Protection: Fonberg Technologies, LLC may disclose your data when required by law or to comply with regulatory obligations. This includes responding to lawful requests from authorities or protecting the rights, safety, and property of our users and Frith itself.

  • Corporate Transactions: If Fonberg Technologies, LLC undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred as part of the business transition. We will notify you of any significant changes in data ownership or control.

5. International Data Transfers

Fonberg Technologies, LLC is based in the United States, but Frith is a global app, accessible to users worldwide. When you use Frith, your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States or other countries with differing data protection laws. To ensure that your information remains protected, we employ Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent legal frameworks, as required by the GDPR, for data transfers to jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country.

6. Data Security

Fonberg Technologies, LLC takes your privacy and security seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption, firewalls, and access controls, to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Despite these efforts, no security measure is foolproof, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. We recommend using strong passwords and practicing caution to help safeguard your personal information.

7. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, such as GDPR and CCPA, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can ask us to correct or update inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Deletion: Under certain conditions, you may request the deletion of your personal information. Note that we may retain some data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

  • Objection and Restriction: In some cases, you may object to our processing of your data or request restrictions on how we use it.

  • Data Portability: You may have the right to request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

Please note that if you choose not to provide access to your contacts or location data, the App may not function or may not function as intended. We respect your choices, but certain functionalities rely on this information to operate correctly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@fonbergtechnologies.com. We will respond to your request within the timeframes established by applicable laws. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

8. Data Retention

Fonberg Technologies, LLC retains user data as necessary to fulfill Frith’s functionality, meet legal obligations, and support legitimate business purposes. We will retain your information for as long as your account is active or as required by law. If you wish to delete your account, contact us at hello@fonbergtechnologies.com, and we will process your request. Please note that certain residual data may remain in our backups and archives as required for legal compliance or security purposes.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Fonberg Technologies, LLC reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy to reflect updates to our practices or legal requirements. If we make significant changes to how we handle your personal information, we will notify you through Frith or via email. Continued use of Frith following such changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our data protection practices.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or if you need to exercise your data rights, please reach out to us using the following contact information:

Fonberg Technologies, LLC
5452 Glen Lakes Drive, Ste 203
Dallas, TX 75231
Email: hello@fonbergtechnologies.com