Privacy Policy for Margaret Community Companion
Effective Date: 07/03/2025
Margaret Community Companion (“we”, “our”, or “the App”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Margaret Community Companion mobile application.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of data for the purpose of delivering features and improving app performance:
- Location Data: Used to provide relevant city events, maps, and local services based on your area. Location access is only active while the app is in use.
- Microphone Access: If permitted, the app may allow audio recording for feature interactions. This data is never stored or transmitted unless explicitly triggered by you.
- Photos and Storage: If you choose to upload or attach images (e.g., in community submissions or reports), we access your device’s photo library or file system.
- Usage Data: Firebase may collect anonymized analytics data such as crash reports, session length, and feature usage to improve performance and stability.
- Authentication Data: If you sign in, your email address or user ID may be used to enable personalized features or administrative access.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Deliver community alerts, events, and location-based content
- Improve the reliability and functionality of the app
- Support optional features like account management or submissions
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- With Firebase (Google) services for authentication, analytics, and cloud storage
- If required by law or legal process
4. Your Privacy Rights
You may:
- Deny location, microphone, or storage access via your device settings
- Delete your account by contacting our support team
- Request access or deletion of your data at any time
5. Data Security
We follow industry-standard practices to secure your information and prevent unauthorized access. All sensitive data is encrypted in transit and stored securely using Firebase’s infrastructure.
6. Children’s Privacy
The app is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. If changes are made, we will notify you in-app or via our website.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests regarding your privacy, please contact:
Email: support@margaretal.com
Website: https://margaretal.com/privacy-policy