Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 20, 2025

"I know a place" (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you use our iOS application (the “App”). It also explains your rights under global privacy laws including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and the California Consumer Privacy Act/California Privacy Rights Act (“CCPA/CPRA”).

By using the App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When you use the App, we may collect the following personal data:

1. Account Information

  • Display name
  • Email address
  • Password
  • Profile picture (if uploaded)
  • Optional federated authentication details (e.g., Sign in with Apple, Google)

2. WiFi Test Information

  • Results of WiFi speed tests you perform (e.g., network quality and performance data).
  • Stored and linked to your account.

3. Saved Places

  • Locations or venues you choose to save/bookmark within the App.
  • These are based on user selection (not device geolocation).
  • Stored and linked to your account.

4. Real-Time Location Checks (not stored)

  • We may request access to your device’s location only to check whether you are near a designated WiFi when running a test.
  • This data is processed on your device only and is never stored or transmitted to our servers.

Real-Time Location Checks (not stored)

We may request access to your device’s location only to check whether you are near a designated WiFi when running a test.

This data is processed on your device only and is never stored or transmitted to our servers.

How We Use Your Information

Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

Do We Share Your Data?

We do not sell your personal information. We only share it in these cases:

International Transfers

If your personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate protection such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

Data Retention

We retain personal data, including your profile picture, only as long as needed to provide our services or as required by law. When no longer necessary, we securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

Under GDPR (EU/EEA Users)

Under CCPA/CPRA (California Users)

To exercise your rights, contact us at the details below.

Data Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it. These include:

While we take strong precautions to protect your personal data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Children’s Privacy

The App is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here with a new “Last updated” date. If required by law, we will notify you of significant changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, you may contact us: