1. Introduction
Welcome to Urbaneggz ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect 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 mobile application and services (collectively, the "Service").
By using Urbaneggz, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly:
- Account Information: Username, email address, password, and profile information
- Content: Eggs you create, comments, messages, ratings, and any content you upload
- Communications: Messages between users, feedback, and support inquiries
Information Collected Automatically:
- Location Data: GPS coordinates to enable AR functionality and egg hunting (only when app is in use)
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: How you interact with eggs, discovery patterns, time spent in app
- Analytics: Egg discovery statistics, engagement metrics for creators
Information from Third Parties:
- Social media profile information (if you choose to connect accounts)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide core AR treasure hunting functionality
- Display eggs in your vicinity and enable discovery
- Connect creators with collectors through messaging and comments
- Track and display analytics for creators
- Personalize your experience and recommendations
- Send notifications about nearby eggs or creator updates
- Maintain safety and security of the platform
- Comply with legal obligations
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Other Users: Your username, profile, and content you create are visible to others
- Creators: When you discover an egg, creators can see anonymized discovery data
- Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate the Service
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or acquisition
We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Location Information
Urbaneggz requires access to your device's location to:
- Show AR eggs near your current position
- Enable egg placement at specific locations
- Verify egg discoveries
You can control location permissions through your device settings. Disabling location will limit app functionality.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access controls
- Secure authentication methods
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access and download your data
- Update or correct your information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt-out of non-essential communications
- Control visibility of your profile and discoveries
- Manage location sharing preferences
8. Children's Privacy
Urbaneggz is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.
9. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Third-Party Links
Eggs may contain links to third-party websites or content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy and updating the "Last Updated" date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
For data protection inquiries: