1. Introduction
Welcome to Handlz. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you about how we look after your personal data when you use our application and tell you about your privacy rights.
2. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following types of information:
• Account Information: Name, email address, and password
• Profile Information: Profile photo, bio, and social media links
• Location Data: Your approximate location (city and country) if you grant permission
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our application
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
• To provide and maintain our application
• To create and manage your user account
• To display your profile information to other users
• To improve and personalize your experience
• To communicate with you about updates and changes
• To detect, prevent and address technical issues
• To comply with legal obligations
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Firebase services, which employ industry-standard security measures including:
• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data centers with physical security measures
While we strive to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
• With other users: Your public profile information (name, photo, bio, and public links) is visible to other users of the application
• Service providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who help us operate our application (e.g., Firebase, Google)
• Legal requirements: We may disclose your 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, your information may be transferred
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• Access: You can view your profile information at any time
• Correction: You can update or correct your information through the profile settings
• Deletion: You can delete your account and all associated data at any time
• Data portability: You can request a copy of your data
• Withdraw consent: You can withdraw consent for location tracking or other optional features
• Object to processing: You can object to certain types of data processing
7. Location Data
We request access to your location to display your city and country on your profile. This feature is optional, and you can:
• Deny location permission when prompted
• Revoke location permission in your device settings at any time
• Use the application without providing location data
We only collect approximate location (city/country level) and do not track your precise location or movements.
8. Children's Privacy
Our application is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. When you delete your account, we permanently delete all your personal data from our systems, including:
• Profile information
• Profile photos and images
• Account credentials
• Usage data
Some data may be retained for a limited period if required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
10. Third-Party Services
Our application uses the following third-party services:
• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, and storage services
• Google Sign-In: Optional authentication method
These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them:
• Firebase Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
• Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.