Privacy Policy

Last updated: 05/Aug/2026

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our application ("Pawz App"). By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

Location Data

We may collect and process your device's location information to provide and enhance certain features within the App. Location data is used primarily to support the map functionality and the dog walking features, allowing the App to display your position, record walking routes, calculate distance travelled, and provide other location-based services.

Location tracking may occur while you are actively using these features and, where applicable, only with your permission. We collect only the location information necessary to deliver the requested functionality and do not access your location unless you have granted the appropriate permissions through your device settings.

You can control or revoke location access at any time through your device's privacy settings. Please note that disabling location permissions may limit or prevent certain map and dog walking features from functioning correctly.

Email Address

Your email is collected for account creation, authentication, communication, and support.

Password

Your password is used to secure your account. We store it in encrypted form and never in plain text.

Usage Statistics

We collect non-identifying information about how you interact with the App. This may include session length, features used, device information, and other analytic data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • • Create and manage your account
  • • Provide and improve App features
  • • Communicate with you about updates, support, or security notifications
  • • Analyze usage trends to enhance performance and user experience

3. No Sale of Personal Information

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

4. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in the following limited situations:

Service Providers: Trusted third parties that help us operate the App (e.g., hosting, analytics) and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. Passwords are stored securely using encryption or hashing technologies.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

7. Your Choices

You may:

  • • Access or update your account information
  • • Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • • Opt out of non-essential communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the details below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy and revising the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

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

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