Privacy Policy for Placetory

1. Introduction

Welcome to Placetory ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Placetory (the "App"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Location Information

Our App collects location data to enable location-based features. This includes:

• Precise Location (GPS): We access your device's precise location using GPS when you use location-based features
• Approximate Location (Network-based): We may use network-based location services for improved functionality
• Background Location: With your explicit permission, we may collect location data when the app is running in the background to provide continuous location-based services

2.2 Device Information

We may collect information about your device, including:

• Device model and operating system version
• Unique device identifiers
• Mobile network information
• App usage statistics and crash reports

2.3 Google Services Integration

Our App integrates with Google Maps and other Google services. When you use these features, Google's privacy policies also apply to the data collected by Google services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing location-based services and features within the App
• Improving and personalizing your experience
• Sending push notifications (with your consent)
• Analyzing app usage to improve our services
• Ensuring app security and preventing fraud
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our App
• Google Services: Location data may be processed by Google Maps API for mapping and location services
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Location Permissions

You can control location permissions through your device settings. You may:

• Enable or disable location services for the App
• Choose between precise and approximate location
• Revoke background location access at any time

6.2 Push Notifications

You can enable or disable push notifications through your device settings or within the App settings.

6.3 Data Access and Deletion

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to processing of your personal data

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

10. Third-Party Services

Our App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Compliance with Laws

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant data protection regulations.