Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 31, 2026

FlowRise Media Limited (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the Location Share mobile application (the “Service”).

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

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

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Location Information (Core Feature)

Precise Location (GPS, Wi-Fi, network)
Approximate Location (cell tower / Wi-Fi-based)
Background Location (when enabled by you)

This data is used to:

Provide real-time location sharing
Enable location-based alerts (arrival/departure notifications)
Support family/friend location connections

⚠️ Background location is only collected when you explicitly grant permission and is required for continuous location sharing even when the app is not actively in use.

1.2 Device & Technical Information

Device model, OS version
IP address
Advertising ID (Google Advertising ID)
App version and usage logs

1.3 App Usage Data

Features you use
Interaction data
Notification preferences

1.4 Information You Provide

Information you submit via support (e.g., email inquiries)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Provide real-time location sharing services
Enable background tracking for connected users (with consent)
Send notifications (e.g., location updates, alerts)
Improve app performance and stability
Analyze usage to enhance features
Deliver personalized advertising
Provide customer support

3. Permissions We Request

To deliver core functionality, we request the following permissions:

Location Permissions

ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION – for precise location sharing
ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION – for approximate location
ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION – for continuous location sharing when the app is not in use

Foreground Service

FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE
Used to maintain real-time location updates and ensure reliable background operation.

Notifications

POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Used to send alerts such as location updates and service status notifications.

Advertising Identifier

Used to support personalized advertising and analytics.

You can control or revoke these permissions anytime via your device settings.

4. Advertising and Analytics

We use third-party services for advertising and analytics. These partners may collect information such as:

Advertising ID
Device information
Interaction with ads

These third parties process data according to their own privacy policies.

We do not sell your personal data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our partners may use:

Cookies
Advertising identifiers
Similar tracking technologies

These are used to:

Improve user experience
Analyze usage
Deliver relevant ads

You can control ad personalization in your device settings.

6. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information:

With service providers (analytics, ads, hosting)
To comply with legal obligations
To protect user safety and prevent fraud
In aggregated/non-identifiable form

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to:

Provide services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes

Non-identifiable data may be retained longer.

8. Your Privacy Rights

GDPR (EEA Users)

You have the right to:

Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent

CCPA (California Residents)

You have the right to:

Know what data we collect
Request deletion
Opt out of data sale (we do not sell data)
Non-discrimination

Exercising Your Rights

You can contact us to submit requests. We may verify your identity before processing.

9. Controlling Location & Ads

You can:

Disable location permissions in device settings
Disable background location access
Opt out of personalized ads via device settings

Note: Disabling location may limit core app functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is intended for users aged 13 and above.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If such data is identified, we will delete it promptly.

11. Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.

Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

FlowRise Media Limited
📧 flowrise.media.official@gmail.com