Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following information when you create an account or use the app:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Profile photo
• User generated content such as posts, comments, messages, and reviews

Authentication Information

We collect authentication related data when you sign in using:

• Email and password
• Google Sign In
• Sign in with Apple

Location Information

We may collect approximate or precise location data if you allow location access, to:

• Show nearby posts and services
• Provide location based recommendations
• Improve travel discovery features

Location access is optional and can be disabled at any time in your device settings.

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information including:

• Device type and operating system
• App usage activity
• Crash logs and performance data
• IP address and language settings

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage user accounts
• Provide core app functionality
• Enable social features such as posts, follows, and messaging
• Display location based content
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Communicate important updates and notifications
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information only in the following cases:

• With service providers such as Firebase for authentication, analytics, and notifications
• With other users when you choose to share content publicly
• When required by law or legal process
• To protect the rights, safety, and security of Hotspot and its users

Third Party Services

Hotspot uses trusted third party services that may collect information according to their own privacy policies, including:

• Firebase services
• Google Maps services
• Apple authentication services

These services are used strictly to operate and improve the app.

Data Storage and Security

We use industry standard security measures to protect your data. Sensitive information is stored securely and access is restricted.

Despite our efforts, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

User Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Update or correct your information
• Request account deletion
• Withdraw consent for optional data collection such as location access

You can manage most of these directly in the app or by contacting us.

Children's Privacy

Hotspot is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will remove it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the app or on our website.

Continued use of the app after updates means you accept the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:

• Email: contact@horan.et
• Company: Horan Technologies