Last Updated: October 16, 2025
This Privacy Policy outlines the policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use the Findezy mobile application ("the App"). Findezy is a platform dedicated to facilitating the return of Lost and Found items.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
When you use the App, we collect the following types of information:
A. Authentication & Profile
- Phone Number: For mandatory login/sign-up.
- Email Address: Collected from your profile or feedback.
- Purpose: To verify your identity and grant account access.
B. User Generated Content
- Lost/Found Item Details: Item name, description, photos, category.
- Purpose: To execute the App's core functionality (item listing and matching).
C. Location Data
- Item Post Approximate Location (City/Area).
- Purpose: To display items within a relevant search radius for users. We DO NOT store your precise live GPS location.
D. Technical & Usage Data
- Device ID, OS version, App usage statistics, crash logs.
- Purpose: To monitor and improve the App's performance (via Firebase Analytics).
2. STORAGE AND SECURITY OF YOUR DATA
- Storage Location: All data is stored on Google Firebase servers.
- Security Measures: We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
- Platform Operation: To enable the matching and listing of Lost and Found items.
- User Communication: Your contact details may be shared with another user ONLY with your explicit consent to facilitate the secure return of an item.
- App Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and fix software bugs.
4. THIRD-PARTY DISCLOSURES
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with essential third-party service providers:
- Google Firebase: For user authentication, database hosting, and technical reporting.
- Google AdMob: To serve advertisements (if ads are implemented).
- Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements.
5. YOUR RIGHTS
You can access, edit, or request the deletion of your data by using the App's features or by contacting us.
6. CONTACT US
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: eriteshsahu@gmail.com
App Name: Findezy