Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Barley ("the App") is operated by Outlier Estates LLC ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Barley mobile application for iOS. Please read this policy carefully. By using Barley, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your email address and password. Authentication is managed through Supabase Auth. You may also provide a display name, profile photo, and bio.

Location Data

Barley uses your device's precise location to show nearby venues, display crowd levels, and provide location-relevant recommendations. Location data is collected only while the app is in use and with your explicit permission. You can disable location access at any time through your device settings, though this will limit core app functionality.

Camera & Photos

With your permission, Barley accesses your camera and photo library so you can take photos and videos and post them publicly within the app. Media you upload is stored on our servers and may be visible to other users.

User-Generated Content

Content you create on Barley - including posts, photos, videos, comments, likes, and follows - is public by default and visible to other users of the app.

Usage & Analytics Data

We collect basic usage analytics to improve app performance and user experience, including features used, session duration, and crash reports.

Push Notification Tokens

If you opt in, we collect your device's push notification token to send you social alerts (e.g., new followers, likes, comments), venue recommendations, and occasional promotional messages. You can manage notification preferences in your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Display nearby venues and real-time crowd levels based on your location
• Enable you to create and share content with other users
• Provide personalized venue recommendations
• Send push notifications for social activity and promotions
• Process subscriptions and in-app purchases
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the app
• Enforce our Terms of Service and prevent abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

Barley integrates with the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Supabase - Backend infrastructure and authentication
• Mapbox - Map display and location services
• RevenueCat - Subscription and in-app purchase management
• Foursquare - Venue data and information
• Google Places - Venue photos and place details
• Apple App Store - Payment processing for subscriptions

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services. We do not control and are not responsible for their privacy practices.

5. Subscriptions & Payments

Barley offers optional in-app subscriptions managed through RevenueCat. All payment processing is handled by Apple through the App Store. We do not collect or store your payment card information. Subscription management and cancellation are handled through your Apple ID account settings.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With third-party service providers as described above, solely to operate the app
• With other users, for content you choose to post publicly
• When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of Barley, our users, or the public

7. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may delete your account at any time through the app settings, which will permanently remove your profile, posts, and all associated data from our servers. Some data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention).

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Age Requirement

Barley is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If we learn that we have collected information from a user under 18, we will promptly delete that information and terminate the account.

10. Children's Privacy

Barley is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Your Rights (CCPA - California Residents)

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

• Right to Know: You may request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
• Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information. If this changes, we will provide a "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" mechanism.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address below.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy within the app or on our website. Your continued use of Barley after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at jake@readlaboratories.com.

Outlier Estates LLC
California, United States