Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to RunPal. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

By using RunPal, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information when you use our app:

• Name and profile information
• Email address
• Profile photos
• Running preferences (pace, distance, schedule)
• Location data (when location services are enabled)
• Device information and identifiers

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our app:

• App usage statistics and performance data
• Running activities and routes
• Community interactions and messages
• Crash reports and diagnostic information

Location Information

With your permission, we collect and process location data to:

• Show nearby runners and running groups
• Suggest local running routes
• Track your running activities
• Provide location-based features

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our running community platform
• Connect you with compatible running partners
• Personalize your app experience
• Send you notifications about running activities and matches
• Improve our services and develop new features
• Ensure safety and security of our community
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Other Users

Your profile information, running preferences, and activities may be visible to other RunPal users to facilitate connections and community building.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app, such as:

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers
• Analytics and performance monitoring services
• Customer support platforms

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Staff training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a structured format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Location: Disable location services at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

RunPal is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of RunPal after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.