Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how Locality ("we," "our," "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our mobile app and website (the "Platform").

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information:

• Personal data: name, email, location, profile photo
• Device data: browser type, IP address, mobile device type
• User content: posts, messages, photos, marketplace listings.
• Usage data: interactions on the Platform
• Payment data: processed securely via Stripe (we do not store card details)

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and personalize your experience
• Enable features like messaging, posting, and e-commerce
• Improve our services and ensure security
• Communicate with you
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

• Service providers (e.g., Google Location Services, SendGrid, Stripe)
• Legal authorities where required
• Other users (e.g., profile visibility, posts, listings)

We do not sell your personal data.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely with encryption and access controls. We follow GDPR-compliant practices and regularly assess security measures.

5. Your Rights (under GDPR)

As a user in the EU, you have the right to:

• Access your data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing or request restriction
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at policy@getlocality.eu.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Measure usage and performance
• Provide localized experiences

You can adjust cookie settings via your browser or mobile device.

7. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Locality is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes and update the "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

For any questions or to exercise your data rights: policy@getlocality.eu