Thank you for using the Family Locator App. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our app.
Information We Collect
Location Information:
We collect precise location data from devices on which our app is installed, including GPS signals, nearby Wi-Fi access points, and cell tower information. This enables us to provide accurate location-sharing services among family members.
How We Use Your Information
To Provide Location Services:
We use your location information to enable real-time location-sharing and tracking services among family members within the app.
To Facilitate Communication:
We may send you notifications, including status updates (e.g., arrival notifications) and important messages related to your family members’ locations and activities.
Information Sharing
With Family Members:
We share your location information with family members designated by you within the app, solely for the purpose of facilitating location-sharing services.
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests.
Data Retention
Retention Period:
We retain your personal information and location data 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. Upon reaching the end of the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your data.
Data Security
Data Protection Measures:
We implement and maintain appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information and location data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control:
You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information. You can exercise these rights by accessing your account settings within the app or by contacting us using the information provided in this Privacy Policy.
Location Sharing Controls:
You can control who can view your location and manage your preferences for location-sharing within the app’s settings. You may revoke location-sharing permissions at any time.
Compliance with Laws
Legal Basis for Processing:
We process your personal data based on your consent and as necessary for the performance of our contractual obligations to you. Where applicable, we may also process data to comply with legal obligations or for our legitimate interests in providing and improving our services.
Compliance:
We are committed to complying with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) if you are located in the European Union, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) if you are a resident of California, USA.
Changes to This Policy
Policy Updates:
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices and legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy within the app or on our website.
Contact Us
Questions and Concerns:
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, or if you would like to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at info@soft-innovations.com