Privacy Policy

Last updated: [August 2025]

Who We Are

Jòia! is a platform that organizes curated, private gatherings designed to create unique small-group experiences. This Privacy Policy explains how Jòia! (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects and processes your personal information.

Our services include:

• Our website [joiatime.com] and web application

• Our in-person events

What Personal Information Do We Collect?

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: name, email address, phone number

• Account Information: username, password

• Profile Information: date of birth, gender, interests, preferences

• Registration Questionnaire responses

• Event Information: details of events you attend

• Feedback and reviews you provide

• Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

• Usage data: pages visited, interactions with our services

How Do We Use Your Information?

We use your personal information to:

• Provide our services and organize tailored events

• Connect you with other participants who share your interests

• Manage your account and communicate with you

• Improve our services and develop new features

• Ensure the safety and security of our platform

• Comply with legal obligations

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information based on the following legal grounds:

• Performance of a contract when you use our services

• Your consent for specific types of processing

• Our legitimate interests (service improvement, security)

• Compliance with legal obligations

Who Do We Share Your Information With?

We may share your information with:

• Other participants (only profile details you choose to share)

• Our service providers (hosting, payments, analytics)

• Our business partners (event venues), in aggregated and anonymized form

• Law enforcement or authorities, if required by law

👉 We do not sell your personal information.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Right to access your information

• Right to correct or update your information

• Right to delete your information (“right to be forgotten”)

• Right to restrict processing

• Right to data portability

• Right to object to certain processing activities

• Right to withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [hello@joiatime.com].

Data Security

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

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services or to comply with legal requirements. You may request the deletion of your account at any time.

International Data Transfers

Your data is stored and processed within the European Union. If we transfer data outside the EU, we will ensure that adequate safeguards are in place.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated to you via email or through our platform.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, you can contact us at: [hello@joiatime.com].

You may also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.