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Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 2024

1. Introduction

ChangeCheck ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide:

  • Account information: Email address, display name, and password when you create an account
  • Profile information: Optional avatar image and preferences
  • User contributions: Check-ins, reviews, photos, and spotted treasures you submit
  • Communications: Messages you send to us for support

Information collected automatically:

  • Location data: With your permission, we collect location data to show nearby venues
  • Usage data: How you interact with the Service (pages visited, features used)
  • Device information: Device type, operating system, and browser type

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve the Service
  • Show you relevant venues and content
  • Process your check-ins and contributions
  • Send important notifications about your account
  • Respond to support requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Content Safety

We use automated tools (including AWS image analysis) to check uploaded photos for inappropriate content before they appear in the app. Photos are processed in-memory and not stored by the analysis service.

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these circumstances:

  • Public contributions: Your check-ins and spotted treasures are visible to other users
  • Service providers: We share data with providers who help operate the Service
  • Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your account and data
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent for location tracking

8. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve the Service. See our Cookie Policy for more details.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

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. 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 on this page.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@changecheck.com