Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

When you use The 99, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, username, profile photo, and bio when you create an account
Location Information: Your city or region within the Central Valley to show you relevant local content
Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers
Usage Data: How you interact with the app, including posts viewed, likes, comments, and time spent
Content: Photos, videos, stories, and messages you share on the platform

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve The 99 app
Show you content relevant to your Central Valley community
Enable you to connect and communicate with other users
Send you important updates about the app and your account
Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

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

With Other Users: Your profile, posts, and stories are visible to other users based on your privacy settings
Service Providers: We work with trusted third parties who help us operate the app (hosting, analytics)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Your Rights & Choices

You have control over your information:

Access and download your data through the app settings
Update or correct your profile information at any time
Delete your account and associated data
Opt out of promotional communications
Control who can see your posts and stories

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Children's Privacy

The 99 is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us:

info@derekfairfield.com

Last Updated: December 7, 2025