RiderRadar Privacy Policy Effective Date: 9/14/2025 Last Updated: 9/14/2025 1. Introduction RiderRadar ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile app, website, and services (collectively, the "Services"). By creating an account or using RiderRadar, you agree to this Privacy Policy. 2. Information We Collect We collect only the data needed to operate RiderRadar and improve your experience. a. Information You Provide Name, username, email address, and password. Profile photo (optional). Messages and group chat content. Friend lists and block lists. Support requests or feedback. b. Information Collected Automatically Location data (if you enable location sharing): Live GPS location for real-time rider discovery and RiderBeacon features. Device information (model, OS version, app version). Log data (IP address, timestamps, crash/error data). c. Third-Party Services Firebase (authentication, push notifications, analytics). Expo / Google Maps (map display and geolocation). PostgreSQL database hosted on secure servers. 3. How We Use Your Information We use your data to: Provide RiderRadar features like nearby riders, RiderBeacon, and chat. Send push notifications (ride invitations, group messages). Prevent fraud and maintain security. Improve and debug the app. We never sell your personal data. 4. Sharing Your Information We share data only when necessary: With service providers (Firebase, hosting) under strict data-protection agreements. When required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property. We do not share your exact location with third parties for advertising. 5. Your Rights You may: Access and update your account data. Delete your account and all personal data by contacting us or using in-app tools. Export your data (messages, location history) upon request. 6. Data Retention We keep account data only as long as needed to provide services. Deleted accounts and associated data are purged within 30 days. 7. Security We use encryption (HTTPS/TLS) and industry-standard safeguards to protect data. However, no system is 100% secure. Use RiderRadar at your own risk. 8. Children's Privacy RiderRadar is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent. 9. International Users If you use RiderRadar outside the United States, you consent to processing in the U.S. and other countries where we operate servers.