Developer & Enterprise Privacy Policy
Foursquare Privacy Policy
Developer & Enterprise Services Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 16, 2023
This Developer & Enterprise Services Privacy Policy describes our data practices when we process personal data to provide our business products (collectively "Developer & Enterprise Services"). This Privacy Policy applies globally to all Developer & Enterprise Services offered by Foursquare and our affiliates. For information about how we process consumer data from our apps and websites, please see our Consumer Services Privacy Policy.
Foursquare’s Developer and Enterprise Services are products and services offered to and designed primarily for use by enterprise customers and developers. This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is used in the context of our Developer & Enterprise Services. In the event of a conflict between this Privacy Policy and the terms of any agreement governing our Developer & Enterprise Services, the terms of the agreement will control.
Personal Data We Collect
| Data Category | Data Examples | Data Source |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Data | Name, personal or business email address/phone number/address, company/organization, job title and other | You Choose to Provide |
| Security Credentials & Account Data | Account ID, user IDs, passwords, password hints, and similar information required for authentication | You Choose to Provide |
| Online Activity Data | Internet and other electronic network activity data associated with the usage of our online tools | Automatically Collected Data |
| Payment / Billing Data | Payment card information (e.g., credit/debit card numbers, expiration date, and security code) | You Choose to Provide |
When we collect personal data, we rely on several legal bases, these include:
- Contract Performance: When the processing is necessary to perform our contract with you.
- Legitimate Interests: Necessary for our legitimate business interests or those of our enterprise customers.
- Consent: When you have given us your consent.
- Legal Obligation: When we have a legal obligation to do so.
Sharing Your Personal Data
Personal data collected from Enterprise Customers and Developers may be shared for the following purposes:
- With Your Consent or at Your Direction: We share your personal data with your consent.
- With Affiliates: We share data with other Foursquare affiliates.
- With Service Providers & for Business Purposes: We share data with service providers that perform services on our behalf.
- To Comply with Law & Protect Our Rights: We may share data if required by law or legal process.
- For Corporate Transactions: We may also share data as part or in anticipation of a business sale, merger, or similar transaction.
About Developer & Enterprise Services
The data we use to develop our Developer & Enterprise Services is collected in accordance with our Consumer Services Privacy Policy. The following chart provides a summary of Foursquare’s specific data processing activities in relation to its Developer & Enterprise Services:
| Service Name | Service Description | Personal Data Collected/Processed | Foursquare Role | Enterprise Customer Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Places | Data files containing commercial points-of-interest (“POI”) data. | None | N/A | N/A |
| Places API | API delivers verified points of interest within an app or website. | Personal data such as IP addresses and device location data | Processor | Controller |
| Movement SDK | In-app location intelligence technology. | Device Data & Identifiers | Processor | Controller |
| Visits | Visit data feeds for ad campaigns, informing decisions. | None | Controller | Controller |
| Attribution | Measurement services for ad campaign impact. | Exposure data | Processor | Controller |
| Audiences | Customized audiences for ad campaigns. | None | Controller | Controller |
| Proximity | Geofences for ad campaigns. | None | N/A | N/A |
| Studio | Geospatial visualization and analytics platform and SDKs. | Data uploaded by the customer | Processor | Controller |
Children’s Privacy
Our Developer & Enterprise Solutions are not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal data online from individuals under the age of 13.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
To ensure functionality of our Developer and Enterprise Services, we may use cookies and similar technologies. You can learn more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy.
Rights and Choices
Developers may have rights to access, correct, transfer, restrict processing, or delete their data. These rights are limited to their own personal data, and requests may be limited if they would reveal personal data about another person.
International Data Transfers
Personal data may be transferred to or accessed by Foursquare affiliates or third parties in countries with differing data protection laws.
California Rights
This section applies only to California residents regarding the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA).
Disclosure of Personal Data
During the 12-month period prior to the Last Updated date, we may have disclosed personal data about Enterprise Customers or Developers to affiliates, vendors, and for corporate transactions.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us directly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in practices, technologies, or legal requirements.