Privacy Policy

ApnaMap ("we", "our", or "us") is a hyperlocal shop discovery platform that helps you find shops, offers, and services near you. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

By using ApnaMap, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Location Information

ApnaMap requests access to your device's location (GPS) to show you shops, offers, and services in your immediate vicinity. Location data is used in real time to personalise your discovery feed and is not stored on our servers beyond what is necessary to serve your current session.

You can deny or revoke location permission at any time through your device settings. Some features will not work without location access.

2. Personal Information

We may collect the following information when you create an account or interact with the platform:

• Name — to personalise your experience (optional).
• Phone number — for account login or verification (optional; only collected if you choose to sign in).

We do not require you to provide personal information to browse shops or view offers. An account is optional.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information we collect is used solely to:

• Show you nearby shops and relevant offers.
• Remember your locality preference across sessions.
• Improve app performance, relevance, and features.
• Respond to support enquiries you send us.

We do not use your data for automated profiling, targeted advertising, or any purpose beyond improving your experience on ApnaMap.

4. We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for commercial purposes. Your data is yours. It exists only to make ApnaMap work better for you.

5. Third-Party Services

ApnaMap may use the following trusted services to operate the platform. Each has its own privacy policy:

• Supabase — database and authentication infrastructure.
• Vercel — hosting and content delivery.

We do not integrate advertising networks, analytics brokers, or social-media trackers.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and access-controlled databases. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure; we encourage you to use a strong, unique password if you create an account.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at the address below.

8. Children's Privacy

ApnaMap is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your account and data.
• Withdraw location permission at any time via device settings.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@apnamap.com.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of ApnaMap after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out: