Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 28, 2026

This privacy policy governs the use of Google user data obtained through Google OAuth and Google APIs, in compliance with the Google API Services User Data Policy and the Google APIs Terms of Service.

Welcome to GoCVApp ("we," "us," or "our"), accessible at www.gocvapp.com. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it.

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1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account or sign in to GoCVApp, we may collect:

• Your name and email address
• A password (stored in encrypted form)
• Profile information you choose to provide

1.2 Contact Form Data

When you submit a message through our contact form, we collect:

• Your name and email address
• The content of your message

We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry.

1.3 Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our site. These may include:

• Essential cookies — necessary for the site to function (e.g., session management, sign-in state).
• Analytics cookies — used to understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., pages visited, time spent). We may use tools such as Google Analytics for this purpose.
• Preference cookies — used to remember your settings and choices.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

1.4 Automatically Collected Data

When you visit GoCVApp, our servers may automatically collect:

• Your IP address and approximate location
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and referring URLs
• Date and time of your visit

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2. Google User Data — OAuth & Google Sign-In

GoCVApp uses Google OAuth to allow users to sign in with their Google account. This section explains exactly what Google user data we access, how we use it, and how it is handled — in compliance with the Google API Services User Data Policy.

2.1 Data Accessed

When you choose to sign in with Google, we request access to the following Google user data:

• Email address — to identify your account and communicate with you
• Display name — to personalize your experience on the platform
• Profile picture (avatar) — displayed on your profile within GoCVApp
• Google account ID — used internally to link your Google identity to your GoCVApp account

We request only the minimum data necessary (limited to the openid, email, and profile OAuth scopes). We do not access your Google contacts, Google Drive, Gmail messages, Calendar, or any other Google services.

2.2 Data Usage

The Google user data we access is used exclusively to:

• Authenticate you — verify your identity and allow you to sign in securely without a separate password
• Create and manage your account — associate your GoCVApp profile with your Google identity
• Personalize your experience — display your name and photo within the platform
• Communicate with you — send account-related notifications to your email address

We do not:

• Share your Google user data with third parties for advertising or marketing purposes
• Use your Google data to train machine learning models
• Allow humans to read your Google data except where necessary for security, legal compliance, or at your explicit request
• Sell or transfer your Google user data

2.3 Data Storage and Retention

Google user data obtained through OAuth is stored securely in our database. It is retained for as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us — we will process the request within 30 days.

2.4 Revoking Access

You can revoke GoCVApp's access to your Google account at any time by visiting your Google Account Permissions page. Revoking access will not automatically delete your GoCVApp account; please contact us if you wish to delete your account data as well.

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3. How We Use Your Information (General)

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the GoCVApp platform
• Create and manage your user account
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Analyze site usage and improve our content and features
• Send you account-related notifications and transactional emails
• Send you newsletters, updates, or promotional content only if you have explicitly opted in to receive such communications
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

Newsletter Communications

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you updates about Cabo Verde — including travel tips, event announcements, new content, and platform news. Newsletter subscription is always opt-in only and is separate from creating an account. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email we send, or by contacting us directly. We will process unsubscribe requests promptly.

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4. Third-Party Services

GoCVApp integrates with certain third-party services that may collect data independently:

• Stay22 — used for the live accommodation map. Their privacy policy governs data collected through their embed.
• Google Analytics — used to analyze site traffic. Google may set cookies through this integration.
• Airlines and external links — links to third-party booking sites; we are not responsible for their privacy practices.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our platform.

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5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you request deletion of your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or operational reasons.

Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months.

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6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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7. Your Rights

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

• Access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
• Correction — request that we correct inaccurate data
• Deletion — request that we delete your personal data
• Objection — object to how we process your data
• Portability — request your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below.

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8. Children's Privacy

GoCVApp is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with their data, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

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9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

GoCVApp Email: claudiasamuelmendes@gmail.com Website: www.gocvapp.com/contact