Privacy Policy for Garage Hunter

1. Introduction

Welcome to Garage Hunter ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information when you register and use our Service:

• Account Information: First name, last name, email address, username, phone number, and birth date
• Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to add to your profile
• Authentication Data: Password and authentication tokens managed securely through Supabase

2.2 Location Information

We collect location data to provide core functionality of our Service:

• Real-time Location: To show nearby garage sales and events
• Background Location: To send notifications about nearby sales when enabled
• Location History: Last login location for security and service improvement
• Address Information: Street address, city, state, and zip code for garage sale listings

2.3 Device and Usage Information

• Device Information: Device identifiers, operating system, app version
• Camera and Photos: Access to camera and photo library for item photos
• Push Notification Data: Device tokens for sending notifications
• Usage Data: How you interact with our Service, features used, and preferences

2.4 User-Generated Content

• Posts and Feeds: Content you create and share on the platform
• Photos: Images you upload for garage sale listings or posts
• Comments and Interactions: Your interactions with other users' content

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Core Service Delivery: To provide garage sale discovery and location-based features
• Notifications: To alert you about nearby garage sales and app updates
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users
• Personalization: To customize your experience and show relevant content
• Communication: To send service-related communications and support
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve our Service
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Public Information

The following information may be visible to other users:

• Your username and profile information you choose to make public
• Garage sale listings you create
• Posts and comments you make on the platform

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our Service:

• Supabase: For authentication, database, and backend services
• Google Maps: For mapping and location services
• Push Notification Services: For delivering notifications to your device
• Cloud Storage: For storing and delivering user-uploaded content

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication through Supabase
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Account Settings

You can update your account information and preferences through the app settings.

6.2 Location Services

You can enable or disable location services through your device settings or app preferences. Note that disabling location services may limit core functionality.

6.3 Notifications

You can manage notification preferences through the app settings or your device settings.

6.4 Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data
• Withdraw consent for data processing

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Service. We may retain certain information for legitimate business purposes or as required by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service 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 review their privacy policies.