Privacy Policy for Nearbyo– Buy & Sell Items Quickly

Privacy Policy for Nearbyo – Buy, Sell & Connect Locally

Effective Date: 23 June 2026

At Nearbyo, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use the Nearbyo mobile application ("App").

By using Nearbyo, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you use Nearbyo, we may collect the following information:

Account Information

• Name

• Mobile number

• Email address

• Profile photo (optional)

Location Information

We may collect your device location to:

• Help users discover nearby listings

• Improve local search results

• Allow sellers to post listings in the correct location

You may disable location access through your device settings, although certain features may not function properly.

Listing Information

When you create listings, we collect:

• Item title

• Description

• Images

• Price

• Category information

• Location information

Communication Data

When you communicate with other users through Nearbyo, we may store:

• Chat messages

• Message timestamps

• Communication metadata

Subscription and Transaction Information

If you purchase premium features or subscriptions, we may collect:

• Transaction ID

• Subscription plan details

• Payment status

• Purchase timestamps

Nearbyo does not store bank account details, card information, UPI IDs, or payment credentials.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage user accounts

• Enable buying and selling activities

• Display and manage listings

• Facilitate communication between users

• Provide customer support

• Improve app functionality and performance

• Prevent fraud and misuse

• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage and Security

Nearbyo utilizes secure cloud services, including Firebase Realtime Database, Firebase Authentication, and Firebase Storage, to store and manage user information.

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

However, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

4. Advertising and Analytics

Google AdMob

Nearbyo may display advertisements through Google AdMob.

AdMob may collect certain device and usage information to provide relevant advertisements.

For more information, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy.

Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand:

• App performance

• User engagement

• Feature usage

• Crash reports

This information helps us improve the user experience.

5. Communication Features

Nearbyo allows users to communicate through:

• In-app chat

• Direct calling

• WhatsApp integration

Users are responsible for their interactions with other users.

Nearbyo does not guarantee the behavior, accuracy, or reliability of any buyer or seller.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

We may share information only with:

• Cloud service providers

• Payment processors

• Analytics providers

• Legal authorities when required by law

All service providers are required to maintain appropriate security and confidentiality measures.

7. User Control and Account Deletion

Users may delete their account at any time using the account deletion feature available within the App.

Upon account deletion:

Deleted Information

• Profile information

• Email address

• Mobile number

• Profile photo

• Saved listings and preferences

• User-created listings (where applicable)

Information That May Be Retained

Certain information may be retained for:

• Fraud prevention

• Security purposes

• Legal compliance

• Customer support requirements

Retained information may include:

• Chat history

• Firebase User ID

• Transaction records

8. Children's Privacy

Nearbyo is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will take appropriate steps to remove such information.

9. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your information

• Update your information

• Request deletion of your information

• Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted through our support email.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any updates will be posted within the App and the effective date will be revised accordingly.

Continued use of Nearbyo after updates become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

11. Owner Information

Nearbyo is owned and operated by Gurwinder Singh, an individual proprietor.

We are committed to providing a secure, user-friendly, and reliable marketplace experience for all users.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: nearbyoteam@gmail.com

Thank you for using Nearbyo.

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