Social Dance Network ("we," "our," or "us") is operated by KEREN CAPITAL, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (File Number: 3445027, formed August 14, 2020). We operate the website https://www.socialdance.network and mobile application (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Service.
Information We Collect
Facebook Authentication Data
When you sign in with Facebook, we collect only the minimum information necessary to authenticate you and provide our service:
Information We Collect from Facebook:
Your Facebook profile name
Your Facebook profile picture
Your Facebook email address
Your Facebook user ID (used for authentication purposes only)
Data We Do NOT Access:
Your Facebook posts or timeline content
Your Facebook videos
Your liked pages or interests
Private messages or conversations
Friends list or social connections
Birthday, age range, gender, or location data
Any extended profile information beyond basic public profile
Privacy First: We only request the minimum Facebook permissions necessary (email and public_profile). All Facebook data is processed according to both our Privacy Policy and Facebook's Data Policy. We use this information solely to authenticate you and provide personalized access to our dance event discovery platform.
Usage Data
We may collect information about how you use our Service, including:
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Events you view or interact with
Search queries and filters used
Device information (browser type, operating system)
Analytics and Performance Data (PostHog)
We use PostHog, a privacy-focused analytics platform, to understand how users interact with our Service. With your consent, we may collect:
Analytics Data (with your consent):
Page views and navigation patterns
Feature usage and user interactions
Performance metrics (page load times, errors)
Anonymous user journey analysis
Device and browser information
User Experience Data (optional, with explicit consent):
Session recordings (personal data is automatically masked)
Heatmaps showing click and scroll patterns
User interaction patterns to optimize interface design
Error tracking and debugging information
PostHog Privacy Features:
Data processed on EU servers for GDPR compliance
Personal information (passwords, emails, phone numbers) automatically masked in recordings
You can opt-out of all or specific types of analytics at any time
Data retention limits applied (recordings deleted after 90 days)
No data sold to third parties
Your Control: You can manage your analytics preferences through our privacy settings, accessible from your account menu. You can enable or disable different types of data collection independently.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Authenticate your identity and provide secure access to your account
Display your name and profile picture in your account settings
Communicate with you via email about account-related matters (with your consent)
Personalize your experience and show relevant dance events based on your preferences and saved favorites
Send push notifications about new events in your area (only with your consent)
Improve our Service and develop new features
Communicate with you about Service updates or support issues
Analyze usage patterns and user behavior to optimize our platform (via PostHog analytics, with your consent)
Monitor performance and fix technical issues to provide a better user experience
Conduct user experience research to improve interface design and functionality
Data Minimization:
We only collect the minimum Facebook data necessary (email and public_profile). We do not access your social connections, demographic information, or any extended profile data beyond what's required for basic authentication and account display.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:
With your explicit consent
To comply with legal obligations (see our Law Enforcement Request Policy for details on how we handle government requests)
To protect our rights and the safety of our users
With service providers who assist in operating our Service (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Third-Party Service Providers:
PostHog (Analytics): EU-based analytics platform for user behavior analysis and performance monitoring
Facebook (Authentication): For secure login and profile information (with your permission)
Hosting Services: For data storage and application hosting
Push Notification Services: For delivering event notifications (with your consent)
All service providers are bound by strict data processing agreements and GDPR compliance requirements.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:
Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
Secure authentication using NextAuth.js
Regular security updates and monitoring
Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze how our Service is used. You have control over what types of cookies you accept.
Essential Cookies (Always Active):
Authentication and security
Basic functionality and user preferences
Session management
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies (Your Choice):
PostHog analytics tracking
Page view and interaction analytics
Performance monitoring
Error tracking and debugging
These help us understand how users interact with our Service and improve functionality.
User Experience Cookies (Your Choice):
Session recordings (with personal data masked)
Heatmap data collection
User journey analysis
These help us optimize the user interface and user experience design.
Managing Cookie Preferences:
Use our privacy settings (accessible from your account menu)
Configure browser settings to block or delete cookies
Opt-out of specific analytics categories while keeping others
Change preferences at any time
Facebook Login and Data Control
We use Facebook Login only for secure authentication. You have full control over your data:
What We Request:
We only request the minimum required Facebook permissions: email and public_profile (name and profile picture). These are standard permissions required for any Facebook Login integration.
Managing Your Data:
Visit Facebook Settings → Apps and Websites → Social Dance Network to review or remove the app connection
Use our Data Deletion page to request complete removal of your data from our systems
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws. Our data processing is based on the following legal grounds:
Legal Basis for Data Processing:
Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our dance events service
Legitimate Interests: Basic analytics and security measures to operate the service
Consent: Advanced analytics, session recordings, heatmaps, and marketing communications
Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
GDPR Rights & Compliance:
Transparent Processing: Clear information about what data we collect and why
Consent Management: Easy-to-use privacy controls for analytics and tracking
Data Minimization: We only collect data necessary for our stated purposes
Purpose Limitation: Data used only for the purposes disclosed to you
Retention Limits: Data deleted according to defined retention schedules
Data Subject Rights: Full support for access, rectification, erasure, and portability
International Data Transfers:
PostHog: Data processed on EU servers with GDPR compliance
Facebook: Subject to Facebook's Privacy Policy and data transfer safeguards
Other Services: All international transfers protected by appropriate safeguards
Push Notifications
We may send you push notifications about new dance events in your area. You can:
Opt-in to notifications when prompted by the app
Disable notifications at any time in your browser or device settings
Customize notification preferences in your account settings
Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date above. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Business Information & Verification
Social Dance Network is operated by KEREN CAPITAL, LLC, a legitimate business entity registered in Delaware. Business verification documentation is available upon request for qualified partners and regulatory purposes.
Operating Company Details
Legal Name: KEREN CAPITAL, LLC
State of Formation: Delaware, United States
Formation Date: August 14, 2020
File Number: 3445027
Business Type: Technology Development & Software Solutions
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: