Bee Privacy Policy.

Last Modified: July 4th, 2026

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Introduction

Shock the System Foundation (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through compliance with this Privacy Policy (“Policy”).

This Policy describes:

• The types of information we may collect when you download, install, access, or use the Bee mobile application, dashboards, website, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”);
• How we use, disclose, and protect that information; and
• Your rights and choices regarding your information.
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This Policy applies only to information collected through the Platform and electronic communications sent through the Platform.

This Policy does not apply to:

• Information collected offline;
• Information collected on other Company websites not governed by this Policy; or
• Information collected by third parties through external websites, apps, or services that may link to or be accessible from the Platform.

By downloading, creating an account, or using the Platform, you agree to this Policy.

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Children Under the Age of 13

The Platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will delete that information.

If you believe we may have collected information from a child under 13, contact us at support@shock.ngo.

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Information We Collect

We collect information:

• Directly from you
• Automatically when you use the Platform
• From third-party service providers and partners

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Information You Provide to Us

When you create an account or use the Platform, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Postal address (if provided)
• Profile information
• Event or activity participation details
• Content you post (“User Contributions”)
• Communications with us
• Transaction information (if applicable)

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Location Information

Because Bee is a location-based platform, we may collect:

• Real-time device location (with your permission)
• General location derived from IP address

Location data is used to:

• Display nearby activities
• Enable event discovery
• Improve platform functionality

You may disable location access in your device settings. Disabling location may limit certain features.

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Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the Platform, we automatically collect:

We use first-party cookies, mobile SDKs, advertising pixels, Google Tag Manager, and analytics tools to:

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‍Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Third-Party Advertising and Analytics Providers

• Authenticate users
• Analyze traffic
• Measure ad effectiveness
• Deliver targeted advertising

You can manage cookies through our Cookies Banner, your device or browser settings. To learn more about our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please review our Cookies Policy [link to Cookies Policy].

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We use third-party providers including:

Email Marketing and Communications

• Google Analytics 4
• Google Ads
• Google Tag Manager
• Meta Ads (Facebook/Instagram)
• Microsoft Ads
• Microsoft Clarity
• Reddit Ads
• Klaviyo

These providers may collect information about your device, usage behavior, and interactions with the Platform.

Microsoft Clarity may record click behavior, scroll activity, and navigation patterns to improve user experience.

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We use Klaviyo and similar tools to send newsletters, updates, and promotional communications. We may track email engagement (opens and clicks).

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.

How We Use Your Information

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We use your personal information to:

Disclosure of Your Information

• Provide and operate the Platform
• Enable event discovery and participation
• Communicate with you
• Personalize user experience
• Improve services
• Conduct analytics
• Deliver advertising
• Comply with legal obligations

We may use automated processing and profiling to personalize content and advertising.

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We may disclose aggregated information about our users, and information that does not identify any individual or device without restriction.

• Usage data (pages viewed, interactions, referral sources)
• Device information (IP address, device identifiers, mobile advertising ID, browser type, OS)
• Analytics and tracking data through cookies, SDKs, and pixelsCookies and Tracking Technologies

In addition, we may disclose personal information about you:

• To contractors and service providers, that are bound by contractual obligations to keep personal information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.
• To our subsidiaries and affiliates.
• To donation recipients (when you make a donation)
• To analytics and advertising partners, provided you have not effectively opted out of this disclosure through the resources provided in our Cookies Policy,
• To event hosts when you join activities
• To a company buyer or other successor in the event of a merger, divestiture, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or other sale or transfer of some or all of Company's assets, whether as a going concern or as part of bankruptcy, liquidation, or similar proceeding, in which personal information held by Company about our users is among the assets transferred.
• To comply with any court order, law, or legal process, including to respond to any government or regulatory request.
• If we believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Company, our customers, or others.
• To fulfil the purpose for which you provide it.
• For any other purpose disclosed by us when you provide the information.
• With your consent
• To comply with any court order, law, or legal process, including to respond to any government or regulatory request.
• To enforce our rights arising from any contracts entered into between you and us, including our Terms of Service, and for billing and collection.
• If we believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property, or safety of Company, our customers, or others. This includes exchanging information with other companies and organizations for the purposes of fraud protection and credit risk reduction.

We may share identifiers and usage data for cross-context behavioral advertising, provided you have not opted out from the sharing of this information. We do not sell personal information for monetary consideration.

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Data Retention

We retain personal information:

• As long as your account is active
• As long as necessary to provide services
• As required for legal compliance
• To resolve disputes

You may request account deletion at any time by contacting us at support@shock.ngo

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Your State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain U.S. states (such as California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Montana, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia) may have additional rights regarding our use of their personal information, including but not limited to:

• Access personal information
• Confirm whether we process their personal information
• Correct inaccuracies
• Delete personal information
• Obtain data portability
• Opt out of certain data processing and targeted advertising

To exercise these rights, email support@shock.ngo.

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International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate. You agree that your information may be transferred to a country which does not provide the same level of protection of personal data.

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Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. Staff members and any person involved in processing your personal information comply with internal rules and procedures related to personal data processing, particularly technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no system is completely secure and you should take all necessary precautions when sharing personal information on the App Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via email or through the Platform.

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Contact Information

Shock the System Foundation
350 Tenth Avenue, Suite 1000
San Diego, CA 92101
support@shock.ngo