Privacy Policy for Locate Buddy

Last Updated: 21 March 2026

Welcome to Locate Buddy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring complete transparency in how your information is collected, used, and secured. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding your data when you use our application.

1. Information We Collect

To provide a reliable and secure experience, we collect the following information:

• Precise Location Data: We collect real-time GPS location data to enable live tracking and geofencing features.
• Background Location Access: Location access is required even when the app is not actively in use to ensure uninterrupted tracking, safety alerts, and SOS functionality.
• Account Information: This may include your phone number or email address for authentication, communication, and account management.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used strictly for the following purposes:

• To share your real-time location with only those users whom you explicitly approve.
• To provide geofence alerts when entering or exiting defined locations.
• To send emergency SOS alerts to your selected contacts.
• To improve application performance, reliability, and user experience.

3. User Consent & Control

Your privacy is fully under your control.

• No user can access your location without your explicit permission.
• You can accept, reject, or remove connections at any time.
• You may disable location sharing or uninstall the app whenever you choose.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure server infrastructure, to protect your data. Your personal and location data is never sold, rented, or shared with third-party advertisers.

5. Permissions Required

To ensure proper functionality, the app may request the following permissions:

• Location (Foreground & Background): Required for real-time tracking and geofencing.
• Notifications: Required to deliver alerts, updates, and SOS notifications.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to provide our services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.

8. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]