Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Introduction

At Locus, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use Locus to participate in a locus. By using Locus, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, such as your name, email address, and any profile details you choose to add. Only your name, profile picture, and affiliation are shared with other users in your locus.

Location Data

When you participate in a locus, we use location-related signals to determine whether you are within the same locus as other participants. We do not share your precise location with other users. You can toggle your visibility within a locus, and you can leave a locus at any time.

Usage Information

We collect limited usage statistics, including loci joined and meetup requests sent and received. This helps us improve our service and provide a better experience.

How We Use Your Information

To determine whether you are in the same locus as other participants
To enable connections between consenting participants
To provide locus organizers with aggregated analytics and insights
To improve and personalize your experience
To communicate with you about your account and our services
To ensure the security and integrity of our platform

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your autonomy and privacy. Your personal information is never shared with other users beyond basic information required for people to identify you in a locus.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption of data in transit and at rest, regular security audits, and strict access controls.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access and update your personal information at any time through your account settings. You can also control your visibility within a locus and choose which information to share when connecting with others. If you wish to permanently delete your account, you can do so from your settings page.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at our contact page or email us at [email protected].