Privacy Policy

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Full name and username
• Email address
• Password (encrypted and hashed)
• Profile picture (optional)
• Account preferences and settings

2.2 Location Information

To provide location-based services, we collect:

• Current GPS coordinates when you use the app
• Location data associated with your handbills
• Address information you provide
• Location preferences and radius settings

2.3 Content Information

When you use our platform, we collect:

• Handbill content (text, images, and media files)
• Comments and interactions with other users' content
• Pinned comments and preferences
• Search queries and search history
• Handbill interaction data (views, comments, shares)

2.4 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device information (type, operating system, browser)
• IP address and network information
• App usage analytics and performance data
• Log files and error reports
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3.1 Service Provision

• Create and manage your user account
• Display location-relevant handbills and content
• Enable posting, commenting, and social interactions
• Provide AI-powered search functionality
• Process and display multimedia content

3.2 Communication

• Send account verification emails
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Send important service updates and notifications
• Communicate about policy changes

3.3 Improvement and Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
• Enhance AI search algorithms and recommendations
• Debug technical issues and optimize performance
• Conduct research and development

3.4 Safety and Security

• Monitor for suspicious or harmful activities
• Enforce our Terms of Service and community guidelines
• Prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
• Protect the rights and safety of our users

4.1 Public Information

By design, certain information on Locoround is public, including your handbills, comments, username, and profile information. This content is visible to other users in your geographic area and may be discoverable through search.

4.2 Service Providers

We share your information with the following third-party service providers who help us operate our platform. Each provider processes data as necessary to provide their respective services:

All service providers are bound by data processing agreements and are required to implement appropriate security measures.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

5.1 Location Collection

We collect location data only when you use location-based features. You can control location sharing through your device settings, though this may limit some functionality.

5.2 Location Usage

Location data is used to show relevant local content, associate your posts with geographic areas, and provide mapping services. We do not track your location when the app is not in use.

5.3 Location Sharing

Location information attached to your handbills is visible to other users. We do not share precise location data with third parties except as necessary for map services.

8.1 Account Data

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request account deactivation or deletion at any time through your account settings.

8.2 Content Data

Handbills are retained according to their specified duration settings. Comments and interactions are retained for the lifetime of the associated handbill.

8.3 Technical Data

Log files and analytics data are retained for operational purposes and are automatically deleted after a reasonable period.

9.1 Access and Control

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You can manage most of your information through your account settings.

9.2 Location Controls

You can control location sharing through your device settings and within the app. You can also set your preferred radius for discovering local content.

9.3 Communication Preferences

You can opt out of non-essential communications through your account settings. Essential service communications cannot be disabled.

9.4 Account Deactivation vs. Deletion

We offer two options for users who wish to leave the platform:

12.1 Age Verification

By creating an account, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years of age (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We may require age verification at our discretion.

12.2 Parental Rights

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under the applicable age threshold without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information without consent should contact us at privacy@locoround.com.

12.3 COPPA Compliance

We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international regulations protecting children's privacy online.