Mobile App Privacy Policy

DHI Mobile App Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 05-04-2026

DHI is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the DHI mobile application (the “App”) available on Google Play and other mobile platforms.

This policy applies specifically to the DHI mobile application and supplements any policies applicable to the DHI website.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Organization/company affiliation
  • Login credentials (if applicable)

b. Usage and Device Information

  • Device type and operating system
  • IP address
  • App usage data (pages viewed, features used, session activity)
  • Date and time of access

c. Optional Information

  • Information you provide through forms, surveys, or support requests within the App

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide access to App features and member services
  • Authenticate users and manage accounts
  • Improve app functionality and user experience
  • Communicate updates, notifications, or support responses
  • Analyze usage trends and performance

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information with trusted third parties that help us operate the App, such as:

  • Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics for Firebase)
  • Authentication and security services

These third parties are required to protect your information and only use it for the services they provide to us.

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the App and related services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

6. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Opt out of certain communications

To make a request, contact us using the information below.

7. Mobile App Permissions

The App may request access to certain device features, such as:

  • Internet access (required for functionality)
  • Notifications (optional, for updates and alerts)

The App only uses these permissions as necessary to provide its core functionality.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected by the “Effective Date” above.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

DHI
2001 K Street NW, 3rd Floor North, Washington, DC 20006
Email: membership@dhi.org
Website: https://www.dhi.org

11. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services such as:

  • Google Play Services

These services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.