PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 8/3/2026
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PubSafe Search Party (“the App”) is a civilian search‑party coordination tool designed to support organized volunteer search efforts. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information when you use the App. By accessing or using the App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
1.1 Account Information
We collect the information you provide when creating an account, including:
– Name
– Email address
– Password
“Account registration information (e.g., name, email address, password)”
1.2 Device Information
We automatically collect:
– Device type and operating system
– Unique device identifiers
– IP address
– Session metadata
1.3 Location Data (Required for Core Functionality)
The App requires access to your device’s location services to function. We collect:
– Real-time GPS location
– Historical location tracks during active search sessions
“Real-time and historical location data during search party sessions”
1.4 In-App Communications
We collect messages, coordination notes, and search‑party activity logs exchanged within the App.
1.5 Usage and Analytics Data
We collect performance metrics, crash logs, and interaction data used to improve App reliability.
2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use collected information to:
– Enable search‑party coordination
– Display real-time mapping and member locations
– Facilitate communication between search‑party members
– Improve App performance, safety, and reliability
– Maintain records for dispute resolution and operational review
“Location data collected by the Company is used solely for App functionality…”
3. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
3.1 With Your Search Party
Your real-time location is shared only with verified members of your active search party.
3.2 With Service Providers
We may share limited data with:
– Cloud hosting providers
– Analytics platforms
– Push notification services (Apple and Google)
3.3 With Apple and Google
We do not share your location data with Apple or Google except as required for platform services such as push notifications.
“The Company does not share your location data with Apple Inc. except as required…”
3.4 Mandatory Law Enforcement Disclosure
If the App is used in connection with criminal activity, all available user data may be disclosed without notice, including:
– Location records
– Communication logs
– Device identifiers
– IP addresses
“ANY USE OF THE APP IN CONNECTION WITH CRIMINAL ACTIVITY… will result in the Company providing all available user data to law enforcement authorities…”
4. PLATFORM-SPECIFIC PRIVACY REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Apple (iOS) Compliance
We comply with:
– App Store Review Guidelines
– Apple Developer Program License Agreement
The App may request:
– “While Using” location access
– “Always” location access (for background tracking during active search sessions)
Users may revoke permissions at any time through iOS Settings.
Apple may independently collect device-level data under its own privacy policy.
4.2 Google (Android) Compliance
We comply with:
– Google Play User Data Policy
– Google Play Prominent Disclosure requirements
– Background Location rules
The App may request:
– ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
– ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
– BACKGROUND_LOCATION (for active search‑party tracking)
Users may revoke permissions at any time through Android Settings.
Google may independently collect device-level data under its own privacy policy.
5. DATA RETENTION
Location data may be retained for up to [X] days for:
– Safety review
– Recordkeeping
– Dispute resolution
“Location data may be retained… for a period of up to [X] days…”
After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
6. INTERNATIONAL USERS
All data is processed in the United States.
If you access the App from outside the United States, you consent to the transfer and storage of your data in the United States.
“You expressly consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your personal data in the United States…”
7. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
– Access your personal data
– Request deletion
– Request correction
– Revoke permissions
– Close your account
You may exercise these rights by contacting us through the official channels at pubsafe.net.
8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
The App is intended for users 18 years of age or older.
Minors may only use the App with parental consent and active supervision.
“The App is intended for use by individuals who are eighteen (18) years of age or older.”
9. SECURITY PRACTICES
We implement industry-standard security measures, including:
– Encryption in transit
– Secure credential storage
– Access controls
No system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
10. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will be communicated through:
– In-App notices
– Notifications to your account
– Updates posted on pubsafe.net
11. CONTACT INFORMATION
All formal notices, issues, complaints, and legal submissions must be sent through the contact information provided at:
pubsafe.net
“ALL ISSUES… MUST BE SUBMITTED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH… PUBSAFE.NET.”