# Privacy Policy
**EV Charger Finder**
*Last updated: February 26, 2026*
## Introduction
EV Charger Finder ("we", "our", or "the App") is a free, open-source mobile application that helps users locate electric vehicle (EV) charging stations nearby. We are committed to respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information the App accesses, how it is used, and your choices.
## Information We Collect
### 1. Location Data
The App requests access to your device's location (GPS) **only** to show EV charging stations near you and to center the map on your current position. Your location data is:
- Used **on-device** to calculate your position and query nearby chargers.
- Sent to third-party APIs (see [Third-Party Services](#third-party-services) below) solely to retrieve relevant charging station data.
- **Never stored** on any server we own or operate.
- **Never sold, shared, or used for tracking or advertising.**
You may deny location permission at any time through your device settings. If location access is denied, you can still search for chargers by entering a city or address manually.
### 2. Saved Bookmarks
The App allows you to bookmark (save) your favorite charging stations. This data is stored **locally on your device** using shared preferences and is **never transmitted** to any external server.
### 3. Search Queries
When you search for a location by name, the search text is sent to the Nominatim geocoding service (see below) to convert it into map coordinates. We do not log or store your search queries.
## Information We Do NOT Collect
- **No accounts or personal information.** The App does not require registration, login, or any personal details (name, email, phone number, etc.).
- **No analytics or tracking.** We do not use any analytics SDKs, crash reporting tools, or advertising frameworks.
- **No cookies or device identifiers.**
- **No financial or payment information.**
## Third-Party Services
The App relies on the following third-party services to function. Each service has its own privacy policy:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---------|---------|----------------|
| **OpenChargeMap** | Fetching EV charger station data | [openchargemap.org/site/privacy](https://openchargemap.org/site/privacy) |
| **OpenStreetMap (Tile Servers)** | Displaying map tiles | [wiki.osmfoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy](https://wiki.osmfoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy) |
| **Nominatim (OpenStreetMap)** | Geocoding — converting place names to coordinates | [nominatim.org](https://nominatim.org) |
When you use the App, your device's IP address and approximate location are sent to these services as part of standard API requests. We have no control over how these third parties handle that data; please refer to their respective privacy policies.
## Data Storage & Security
- All user preferences and bookmarks are stored **locally on your device** only.
- The App communicates with third-party APIs over **HTTPS** (encrypted connections).
- We do not operate any backend servers or databases.
## Children's Privacy
The App is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children. Since the App collects no personal data at all, there is no risk of inadvertent collection of children's data.
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this document. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
## Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please open an issue on the project's repository or contact us at:
**Email:** [ plensync@egmail.com ]
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*This privacy policy applies to the EV Charger Finder app distributed on the Google Play Store and other platforms.*