Privacy Policy

Introduction

Follow Me Up ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Follow Me Up mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Location Data

• Real-time location: We collect your device's GPS location when you use the app
• Location history: We store your location trails and pinned locations
• Purpose: To provide trail tracking, location pinning, and map visualization features

1.2 Account Information

When you sign in with Google, we receive:

• Your name
• Email address
• Profile picture

Purpose: To authenticate your account and associate your data with your profile

1.3 Device Information

• Device type (phone/tablet)
• Operating system version
• App version

Purpose: To optimize app performance for your device

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Display your location on the map
• Save and retrieve your pinned locations
• Draw and visualize your movement trails
• Sync your data across devices
• Provide navigation to saved locations
• Improve app functionality and user experience

3. Data Storage and Security

• Firebase: All your data is securely stored in Google Firebase services
• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Control: Only you can access your personal data through your authenticated Google account
• Retention: Your data is retained until you delete your account or manually delete specific data

4. Data Sharing

We DO NOT:

• Sell your personal data to third parties
• Share your location data with advertisers
• Use your data for marketing purposes
• Share your data with anyone without your consent

We may share anonymized, aggregated data for analytics purposes only.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: View all data we have about you
• Delete: Remove your account and all associated data
• Export: Request a copy of your data
• Opt-out: Disable location tracking at any time

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Maps: For map display and navigation
• Google Sign-In: For authentication
• Firebase: For data storage and authentication
• Google Play Services: For location services

These services have their own privacy policies:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Firebase Privacy Policy

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. Location Permissions

8.1 Foreground Location

• Required for core functionality
• Shows your location on the map
• Used only when app is open

8.2 Background Location

• Optional but recommended
• Allows trail tracking when app is minimized
• Can be disabled in device settings

9. Data Deletion

To delete your data, you have two options:

Option 1: In-App Deletion

1. Sign in to the Follow Me Up app
2. Go to Settings
3. Select "Remove All Pins" to delete saved locations
4. Select "Remove All Trails" to delete your trail history
5. Sign out to stop data collection

Option 2: Contact Us

Email us at support@followmeup.online to request complete account and data deletion. We will process your request within 30 days.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Showing an in-app notification for significant changes
• Posting the updated policy on this website

Your continued use of the app after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new privacy policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us:

• Email: support@followmeup.online
• Website: www.followmeup.online
• App: Follow Me Up
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

12. Consent

By using Follow Me Up, you consent to this privacy policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app.

13. International Users

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using the app, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

14. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information is collected
• The right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• The right to request deletion of personal information
• The right not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights

Note: We do not sell your personal information.