Privacy Policy for Toilet Finder App (Toilet Kata)

Last Updated: 2025-08-18

This Privacy Policy explains how Toilet Kata ("App", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our mobile application. By downloading, registering, or using Toilet Kata, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: name, phone number, gender, email, and OTP verification details.
• Location Data: GPS and location-based data to show nearby toilets.
• Device Information: IP address, device type, operating system, and app usage statistics.
• User Content: reviews, ratings, photos, feedback, and reports of toilet conditions.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, personalize, and improve the App.
• Verify your identity and secure your account.
• Enable search, booking, and review features.
• Communicate with you (notifications, updates, promotions).
• Monitor service usage, troubleshoot issues, and enhance security.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: toilet owners, municipalities, NGOs, and businesses you interact with.
• Third-party Vendors: analytics, payment gateways, and technical support providers.
• Legal Authorities: when required by law, regulation, or court order.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Location Data

Our App requires access to your location to display nearby toilets and related services. You can control location permissions through your device settings, but disabling location access may limit functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide services or as required by law. You may request account deletion, after which personal data will be deleted or anonymized, except where legally required to retain it.

6. Security of Information

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
• Restrict or object to data processing.
• Withdraw consent where applicable.

You may exercise these rights by contacting us directly.

8. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such data collection, we will delete it immediately.

9. Third-Party Links & Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the new policy within the App. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us