Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Gajuri ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our hyperlocal community platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you register and use our app, we collect the following information:

• Name: Your full name for profile identification
• Phone Number: For account verification and communication
• Email Address: For account management and notifications
• Physical Address: To connect you with your local community
• Date of Birth: To verify age requirements and personalize experience

Information You Create

• Posts: Content you share with your community
• Marketplace Listings: Items you list for sale or trade
• Job Postings: Employment opportunities you share or apply to
• Comments and Interactions: Your engagement with other users' content

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, time spent
• Location Data: Approximate location to show relevant local content

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Connect you with your local community
• Display relevant posts, marketplace items, and job listings in your area
• Enable communication between community members
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Ensure safety and prevent misuse of the platform
• Send important updates about your account or the service
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

How We Share Your Information

Public Information

The following information is visible to other users in your community:

• Your name and profile information
• Posts you create
• Marketplace listings
• Job postings
• Comments and interactions

We Do Not Share With Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third-party companies for their marketing purposes. We do not use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or abuse
• Protect the safety of our users

Data Storage and Security

• Your data is stored securely on our servers
• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information
• We use encryption for data transmission
• Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only
• We regularly review and update our security practices

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Update: Modify your profile and account information at any time
• Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Restrict: Limit how we use certain information
• Object: Opt-out of certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Data Retention

• We retain your information for as long as your account is active
• If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days
• Some information may be retained longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes
• Publicly posted content may remain visible to other users who have interacted with it

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Location-Based Services

Our app uses your location to:

• Show you content from your local community
• Connect you with nearby users
• Display relevant marketplace items and job opportunities

You can control location permissions through your device settings. Disabling location services may limit app functionality.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• We will notify you through the app or via email
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Your Consent

By using our app, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.