Privacy Policy for Haunted Maps App

Effective Date: 6/13/2205

Haunted Maps ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App") to discover haunted locations near you.

By using the Haunted Maps App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Location Data

We collect your precise geographic location when you use the App in order to show haunted sites near you. This data is only collected with your permission.

b. Usage Data

We may collect information about how you use the App, such as:

• App interactions

• Time spent on the App

• Device type and OS

c. Optional User Submissions

If you choose to submit haunted location tips, reviews, or media, we may collect and store that content along with your general location at the time of submission.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Display haunted locations near your current location

• Improve and personalize the App

• Monitor usage patterns and diagnose technical issues

• Develop new features and services

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data:

• With service providers that help us run the App (e.g., hosting, analytics)

• When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process

• In an anonymized or aggregated form that does not identify you

4. Data Retention

We retain your location data only for as long as necessary to provide the App’s core functionality. Usage data may be retained longer for analytics purposes, but will be anonymized.

5. Your Choices

• Location Access: You can enable or disable location services at any time through your device settings.

• Data Deletion: You may request deletion of your data by contacting us at thehauntedmaps@gmail.com.

6. Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

7. Children’s Privacy

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

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via the App or by other appropriate means.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 thehauntedmaps@gmail.com