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Privacy Policy

This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

We use your data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

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1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the Bartering Mobile App ("App"), operated from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information. By using the App, you consent to this policy.

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2. Information We Collect

Personal Information:

  • Registration: Username, email address, and optional profile picture.

  • Account Settings: Password (hashed), notification preferences, and premium subscription status.

  • User Content: Item listings (name, description, category, quality, photos), trade history, reviews, and badges.

  • Referral System: Unique referral codes and associated user IDs.

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Non-Personal Information:

  • Geolocation: Latitude/longitude for matchmaking and filtering (with consent).

  • Usage Data: App interactions, swipes, chat activity, and trade completions.

  • Device Information: Device type, OS version, and IP address (anonymized).

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Automatically Collected Data:

  • Analytics: Session duration, page views, and feature usage for improving App performance.

  • Crash Reports: Diagnostic data to fix bugs (no personal identifiers).

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3. How We Use Your Information
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App Functionality:

  • Display username, profile picture, ratings, and badges on profile and chat pages.

  • Use geolocation for matchmaking and filtering by radius/categories.

  • Store item listings, trade history, and reviews in the database (e.g., Supabase).

  • Enable referrals and track boost expirations.

Notifications: Send in-app alerts for matches, messages, or trade suggestions (based on preferences). Analytics: Analyze usage to improve App features and user experience. Moderation: Review reported content for Terms of Service compliance.

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4. Data Processing and Storage

Photo Handling: Images stripped of EXIF data for privacy, stored on secure servers (e.g., Supabase). Database: User data, items, trades, chats, and reports stored securely. Retention: Data retained until account deletion; expired chats (14 days inactive) removed; trade history kept for "Trade Journey" unless deleted; analytics data retained for up to 24 months for performance insights. Security: Data encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest; passwords hashed. Data Minimization: We collect only the data necessary to provide and improve the App’s functionality.

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5. Sharing Your Information
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Publicly Shared:

  • Username, profile picture (if provided), ratings, badges, and item listings visible to other users.

  • Trade Journey posts (if shared) include selected trade details and item photos.

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With Service Providers:

  • Hosting platforms for App deployment.

  • Database services for data storage, which may process data outside Canada, compliant with PIPEDA and GDPR.

  • Analytics providers for anonymized usage data.

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Legal Compliance: Data shared if required by law or to protect App/users (e.g., reports to paprclipr.com/support for review). No Third-Party Sales: We do not sell your personal information.

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6. Your Choices

  • Account Deletion: Permanently delete account, items, and data via Account Settings.

  • Geolocation: Opt out of location sharing (disables matchmaking).

  • Notifications: Toggle preferences for new matches or messages.

  • Profile Picture: Optional; default placeholder used if none provided.

  • Trade Journey: Choose which trades to share; reset selections after sharing.

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7. Data Protection

Security Measures: Encryption, secure servers, and access controls protect your data. Photo Privacy: EXIF data stripped from uploaded images. Report Handling: Reports (e.g., for illicit items) logged securely; no personal data exposed. Breach Notification: Users notified within 72 hours of a confirmed data breach, per PIPEDA requirements.

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8. Children’s Privacy

Users under 13 are not permitted. Users 13–18 require parental consent, per PIPEDA, COPPA, and GDPR-K. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

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9. Compliance with Platform Policies

Aligns with Google Play Developer Program Policies and Apple App Store Review Guidelines. User-generated content (e.g., item photos, descriptions) moderated for compliance. Secure data handling meets platform requirements for privacy and security.

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10. International Users

Data processed in Canada and potentially the United States via service providers, compliant with PIPEDA for Canadian users and GDPR for EU users. Users outside Canada consent to data transfer to Canada/U.S.

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11. Your Rights

  • Access: View your data (profile, items, trade history) in the App.

  • Correction: Update username, profile picture, or notification settings.

  • Deletion: Delete account to remove all data.

  • GDPR Rights (EU Users): Request data portability or restriction; visit paprclipr.com/support.

  • PIPEDA/CCPA Rights (Canada/CA Residents): Request disclosure of data collected/shared; opt out of data sales (none occur).

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12. Cookies and Tracking

No cookies used in the App. Analytics use anonymized identifiers; no cross-app tracking. Do Not Track (DNT): The App does not respond to DNT signals, as no tracking cookies are used.

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13. Grievance Redressal

To file a privacy-related complaint, visit paprclipr.com/support. We will respond within 30 days.

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14. Accessibility

We strive to comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1). Visit paprclipr.com/support for accessibility support.

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15. Changes to This Policy

Updates posted in-app or via email. Continued use after changes constitutes consent.

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16. Contact

For questions or to exercise data rights, visit paprclipr.com/support.

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