Privacy Policy

Introduction

Globerot ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Phone number, name
• Calendar Data: Trip information from your calendar events (when you grant access)
• Contacts: Phone numbers from your contacts (when you grant access) to help you find friends
• Location Data: Your approximate location (when you grant access) for location-based features
• Trip Information: Destinations, dates, and sharing preferences you set

Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version
• Usage Data: Features you use, actions you take in the app
• Technical Data: Crash reports, performance data

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the Globerot service
• Connect you with friends also using Globerot
• Show you and your friends' upcoming trips
• Send notifications about friend activity
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Ensure the security of our service
• Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We share your information in the following situations:

• With Friends: Trip information you choose to share with friends on Globerot
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (Firebase, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data: Request a copy of your information
• Delete your data: Request deletion of your account and data
• Control Sharing: Choose what trip information to share with friends
• Opt-out: Disable calendar sync, contacts access, or location services
• Pause: Temporarily pause sharing your trips

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@globerot.app

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure authentication via Firebase
• Hashed phone numbers for privacy-safe lookups
• Regular security audits

Children's Privacy

Globerot is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes through the app or via email.