Privacy Policy
WatchFor is owned and operated by Johaus Global LLC, Durham, North Carolina, USA (“WatchFor,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit https://watchfor.com, use the WatchFor mobile application, or interact with related services, including sign-in options such as Facebook Login, Google Sign-In, or other supported authentication services. WatchFor is currently under development. Some features described in this Privacy Policy may be introduced, changed, or expanded over time. We will update this Privacy Policy as our services evolve.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Information You Provide Directly
When you create an account, update your profile, contact us, or use WatchFor features, we may collect information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Profile photo
- Account preferences
- Information you choose to include in your profile
- Requests, messages, responses, notes, or other content you submit through the app
- Feedback, support requests, or other communications with us
B. Information from Facebook, Google, or Other Login Providers
If you choose to sign in using Facebook, Google, or another third-party login provider, we may receive basic account information from that provider, depending on your permissions and the provider’s policies. This may include:
- Your name
- Email address
- Profile photo
- Unique account identifier from the provider
We use this information only to create, authenticate, secure, and manage your WatchFor account. We do not receive your Facebook or Google password.
C. Contacts and Watcher Information
If you choose to use features that involve inviting or selecting people from your network, WatchFor may request access to your device contacts or allow you to manually enter contact information. We use this information only to support WatchFor-related features, such as helping you identify or invite people you choose to involve in your requests. We do not sell your contacts.
D. Content You Create or Share
WatchFor may allow users to create requests, send messages, receive responses, and share information with selected people or groups. Depending on how you use the app, this content may include information about people, products, services, things, events, locations, preferences, or other topics you choose to track or request help with. You are responsible for ensuring that you have the right to share any information you submit through WatchFor.
E. Device, Usage, and Technical Information
We may automatically collect certain technical information, such as:
- Device type
- Operating system
- App version
- IP address
- Log data
- Authentication status
- Crash reports
- Usage activity
- General location derived from device or network settings, where permitted
This information helps us operate, secure, troubleshoot, and improve WatchFor.
F. Location Information
Some WatchFor features may allow users to include location-related details in a request. We may collect location information only when you choose to provide it or grant permission through your device settings. You can control location permissions through your device settings.
G. Payment Information
If WatchFor offers paid features, subscriptions, or paid services in the future, payments may be processed by third-party payment providers. We do not intend to store full credit card numbers on our own systems. Payment providers may collect and process payment information according to their own privacy policies.
2. How We Use Information
We may use information we collect to:
- Create and manage user accounts
- Authenticate users through phone, Facebook, Google, or other supported login methods
- Provide app functionality
- Enable requests, responses, notifications, and related communications
- Personalize user experience and settings
- Provide customer support
- Improve app performance, reliability, safety, and usability
- Detect, prevent, and respond to fraud, abuse, security incidents, or unauthorized activity
- Send service-related messages, such as account, security, or policy updates
- Comply with legal obligations
- Develop and improve future WatchFor features
3. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
A. With People You Choose
If you create or respond to a WatchFor request, information may be visible to the people, groups, or recipients you select, based on the privacy settings and request type you choose.
B. With Service Providers
We may share information with vendors, contractors, hosting providers, analytics providers, authentication providers, notification providers, customer support providers, or other service providers who help us operate WatchFor. These providers are allowed to use information only as needed to provide services to us.
C. With Login Providers
If you use Facebook Login, Google Sign-In, or another third-party login service, your interaction with that provider is also subject to that provider’s privacy policy and account settings.
D. For Legal, Safety, or Security Reasons
We may disclose information if we believe it is necessary to:
- Comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or government request
- Protect the rights, safety, or property of WatchFor, users, or others
- Investigate fraud, abuse, security issues, or violations of our terms
- Enforce our agreements or policies
E. Business Transfers
If WatchFor or Johaus Global LLC is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, sale of assets, or similar business transaction, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Facebook Login and Google Sign-In
WatchFor may allow users to sign up or log in using Facebook Login or Google Sign-In. When you use these login options:
- We collect only the information authorized by you and provided by the login provider.
- We use that information to authenticate your identity and manage your WatchFor account.
- We do not post to your Facebook or Google account without your permission.
- We do not access your Facebook or Google password.
- You may disconnect Facebook or Google from your WatchFor account if this feature is available in the app settings.
You can also manage permissions through your Facebook or Google account settings.
5. Notifications and Communications
WatchFor may send push notifications, in-app notifications, SMS messages, or emails related to account activity, requests, responses, security, support, or app updates. You may be able to manage notification preferences through the app settings or your device settings. Some service-related communications may still be necessary for account security or app operation.
6. Data Retention
We keep personal information for as long as necessary to provide WatchFor, maintain your account, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and support legitimate business purposes. If you delete your account or request deletion of your information, we will delete or anonymize personal information unless we are required or permitted to retain it for legal, security, fraud prevention, dispute resolution, or backup purposes.
7. Account Deletion and Data Deletion Requests
You may request deletion of your WatchFor account and associated personal information by contacting us at Email: contact@watchfor.com
Please include:
- Your name
- The email address or phone number associated with your WatchFor account
- A clear statement that you are requesting deletion of your WatchFor account and personal data
After receiving a valid request, we will process it within a reasonable time, subject to identity verification and any legal or security-related retention requirements.
Facebook Data Deletion Instructions
If you logged into WatchFor using Facebook and want your Facebook-related data deleted from WatchFor, you may request deletion by emailing: contact@watchfor.com
Use the subject line: Facebook Data Deletion Request
In the message, include the email address associated with your WatchFor account and request that WatchFor delete data received from Facebook. You may also remove WatchFor from your Facebook account settings. If Facebook sends us a data deletion request related to your account, we will process the request in accordance with applicable requirements.
8. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Request a copy of certain information
- Opt out of certain communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at: contact@watchfor.com. We may need to verify your identity before completing your request.
9. Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for protecting your account credentials and using WatchFor responsibly.
10. Children’s Privacy
WatchFor is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information to WatchFor without appropriate consent, please contact us at contact@watchfor.com. We will take appropriate steps to delete the information if required.
11. Sensitive Information
WatchFor may allow users to submit information related to people, safety, health, location, or other personal matters. Please use caution when sharing sensitive information. Do not submit sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your use of the service and you have the right to share it.
12. Third-Party Services and Links
WatchFor may link to or integrate with third-party services, including authentication providers, analytics tools, payment providers, communication platforms, or AI-related services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, apps, or services. Their privacy practices are governed by their own privacy policies.
13. International Users
WatchFor is operated by Johaus Global LLC in the United States. If you access WatchFor from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using WatchFor, you understand that your information may be transferred to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date above. If changes are material, we may provide additional notice through the website, app, or other appropriate means. Your continued use of WatchFor after changes become effective means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:
Johaus Global LLC
Durham, North Carolina, USA
Email: contact@watchfor.com
Website: https://watchfor.com
