Location-Based Services Terms of Use

Article 1 (Purpose)

These Terms establish the rights, obligations, and responsibilities between RunnersLikeMe (hereinafter referred to as the "Company") and individuals who use location-based services (hereinafter referred to as "Users"), as well as other necessary matters regarding the location-based services provided by the Company.

Article 2 (Compliance with Laws)

The Company complies with relevant laws and regulations related to location-based services, including the Act on the Protection, Use, etc. of Location Information (Korea), the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, the Personal Information Protection Act, and other applicable privacy and data protection laws in the jurisdictions where Users access our services.

Article 3 (Service Description)

With User consent, the Company provides the following location-based services:

Article 4 (Service Fees)

The location-based services provided by the Company are free of charge. However, data communication charges incurred when using wireless services are subject to the User's mobile carrier's policy and shall be borne by the User.

Article 5 (Location Data Collection Methods)

1. The Company collects location data through the following methods:
   • GPS (Global Positioning System)
   • WiFi connection information
   • IP address
   • Location information directly entered by the User (city of residence, running locations, etc.)
2. Location data is collected only with the User's consent.
3. Users may refuse location data collection through app or device settings.

Article 6 (Use and Disclosure of Location Data)

1. The Company uses User location data for the following purposes:
   • Providing running matching services
   • Searching for nearby running locations
   • Operating the country-based credit system
   • Service statistics and analysis
2. The Company does not disclose location data to third parties without User consent. However, the following cases are exceptions:
   • When the User has given prior consent
   • When requested by investigative agencies pursuant to law
   • When ordered by a court
   • When necessary to prevent imminent danger to life or physical safety
3. During host-guest matching, running location information is shared with the other party. This is essential information for service provision.

Article 7 (Location Data Retention Period)

1. The Company retains location data only for the period necessary to provide services.
2. Records confirming the use and provision of location data are retained for 6 months in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
3. When a User withdraws their membership, location data is immediately destroyed. However, exceptions apply when there is a legal obligation to retain such data.

Article 8 (User Rights)

1. Users may exercise the following rights:
   • Withdraw all or part of consent for location data collection, use, and provision
   • Request temporary suspension of location data collection, use, and provision
   • Request access to and notification of location data usage records
   • Request correction of errors in location data
2. Users may exercise their rights through the following methods:
   • Managing location permissions in app settings
   • Disabling location services in device settings
   • Email: runnerslikeme@gmail.com
3. The Company takes necessary measures immediately upon User request.

Article 9 (Rights of Legal Representatives)

1. The Company does not collect or use location data from children under 14 years of age.
2. For minors aged 14 or older but under 18, legal representatives may exercise the same rights as those applicable to the minor under Article 8.

Article 10 (Location Data Manager)

The Company designates the following Location Data Manager to protect location data and smoothly handle User complaints.

Article 11 (Liability for Damages)

1. If the Company causes damage to Users by violating applicable location data protection laws, Users may claim compensation for damages from the Company.
2. The Company shall not be liable for damages that occur without intent or negligence.

Article 12 (Dispute Resolution)

1. If a dispute related to location data arises between the Company and a User, both parties shall negotiate in good faith for amicable resolution.
2. If the dispute is not resolved, Users may apply for mediation through:
   • Korea Communications Commission (www.kcc.go.kr / 1335)
   • Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee (www.kopico.go.kr / 1833-6972)
   • Or relevant data protection authorities in your jurisdiction

Article 13 (Business Information)