Hey Dude Privacy Policy
Hey Dude (hereinafter referred to as “the App”) values the privacy of its users and complies with applicable laws and regulations regarding the handling of personal information. This Privacy Policy explains the types of personal data collected, the purpose of collection, the methods of collection, and the rights of users.
1. Types of Personal Information Collected
The App may collect the following personal information from users:
- Email Address: Collected when users submit feedback or create an account.
- Location Data: Collected to provide personalized travel information based on the user’s location, and processed only with the user’s explicit consent.
- Usage Data: Includes device type, operating system, device identifier (UUID), and interactions within the App. This data is collected to improve the functionality and optimize the performance of the App.
2. Purpose of Collection and Use of Personal Information
The App uses the collected data for the following purposes:
- Location-based Recommendations: The user’s location data is used to recommend nearby services, attractions, and transportation information.
- Service Improvement: The App uses Firebase Analytics to analyze user behavior and optimize the App’s functionality and performance.
- Firebase Analytics: The App uses Google’s Firebase Analytics service to collect and analyze user data for improving the App’s performance and user experience. Firebase Analytics tracks user interactions within the App, device information, and usage frequency, and this data is processed in an anonymized manner. This data is used solely for the improvement and troubleshooting of the App and is not used for commercial purposes.
- Communication: The App may use email to respond to user inquiries, provide updates on service changes, send security notifications, or deliver promotional information.
- Legal Compliance: The App may provide user information when required to comply with legal obligations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Information
The App processes personal data based on user consent, in compliance with relevant laws such as data protection laws and the GDPR. Users may withdraw their consent for data collection at any time, but certain functionalities may be limited as a result.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information
The App does not share or provide personal information to external parties without the user’s consent. However, information may be provided to comply with legal obligations if required.
5. Retention and Use Period of Personal Information