Privacy Policy for BuyBuddy – All in One Shop

Effective Date: [23 Feb 2026]

BuyBuddy ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our application.

1. Information We Collect

a. Google Sign-In Information

When you sign in using your Google account, we may collect:

• Your name

• Email address

• Profile picture (if available)

This information is used only for identification and personalization within the app.

b. Usage Data

We may collect limited non-personal information such as:

• Features used within the app

• Links clicked or services accessed

This helps us improve app performance and user experience.

c. QR Scanner & URL Access

BuyBuddy allows users to:

• Scan QR codes (via camera or gallery)

• Open external URLs

We do not store scanned QR data. Any URL interaction is processed only to open the link.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Enable login and basic profile functionality

• Improve app performance and usability

• Provide a smooth and organized experience

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. External Links & Third-Party Services

BuyBuddy acts as a hub that redirects users to third-party platforms such as:

• Shopping services (Amazon, Flipkart, etc.)

• Travel, grocery, and other essential services

⚠️ Important:

• We do not control or manage third-party websites or apps.

• Once you leave BuyBuddy, their privacy policies apply.

• Users should verify the authenticity of links before interacting.

BuyBuddy is not responsible for the content, security, or practices of third-party platforms.

4. QR Code Safety Disclaimer

While we aim to provide a safe experience:

• QR codes may contain links to external websites

• We do not guarantee the safety of all scanned content

• Users are advised to scan only trusted QR codes

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.

We may use secure services such as:

• Firebase (for authentication and basic app functionality)

These services may process limited technical data as required.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data. However, no digital platform can guarantee complete security.

7. Your Choices

You can:

• Log out at any time

• Stop using the app to discontinue data collection

8. Children’s Privacy

BuyBuddy is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected within the app.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, contact us at:

📧 buddybuy25@gmail.com
📍 Made with ❤️ in India

11. Consent

By using BuyBuddy, you agree to this Privacy Policy.