Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Host With Alora LLC ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Host With Alora mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account information: name, email address, and password when you create an account
  • Preferences: travel interests, dietary preferences, and other profile details you choose to share
  • Chat messages: conversations with Alora to provide recommendations
  • Stay session data:property codes you enter to connect to a host’s property

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device information: device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers
  • Usage data: pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns (collected via PostHog)
  • Crash and performance data: error logs and performance metrics (collected via Sentry)
  • Push notification tokens: device tokens for delivering push notifications when you opt in

2.3 Information We Do Not Collect

  • We do not collect or store payment card numbers (Stripe handles all payment processing)
  • We do not access your device contacts, photos, or health data
  • We do not track your precise location on our servers

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and personalize AI-powered recommendations
  • Connect you to your host’s property and local area information
  • Improve our Service through anonymized analytics
  • Send push notifications you have opted into
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Respond to support requests

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Property hosts: limited information necessary to facilitate your stay (e.g., that you are checked in)
  • Service providers: third-party services that help us operate (Render for hosting, Stripe for payments, Sentry for error tracking, PostHog for analytics, Expo for push notifications)
  • Legal requirements: when required by law, subpoena, or government request

5. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Chat history is retained for personalization and may be deleted upon request. Analytics data is anonymized and retained in aggregate. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (TLS), hashed passwords (bcrypt), and access controls. No system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent for push notifications at any time via device settings

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@hostwithalora.com.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Host With Alora LLC
privacy@hostwithalora.com