Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 1, 2024

HikeMap is an Android orienteering application that uses your device’s geographical location to provide map and route features. We value your privacy and want to be transparent about what data we collect, how it is used, and your rights.

What Data We Collect

• Location Data: HikeMap accesses your device’s GPS location to show your position on maps and to help you record routes. This data is processed locally on your device and is not uploaded or shared without your consent.
• User Uploaded Maps: You may upload georeferenced maps (images) to our servers for later use or to share with others. These uploaded maps consist only of images and do not contain any personal identifying information.

How We Use Your Data

• Your location data is used solely within the app to provide map-related features like displaying your current location and recording your path.
• Uploaded maps are stored on our servers so you can access them later or share them. We do not use this data for advertising or analytics purposes.
• Recorded routes stay on your device and only leave it if you choose to share them with other apps.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

• We do not sell, trade, or rent any of your personal data.
• We do not share your location or uploaded maps with third parties except as necessary to provide the service (for example, storing your uploaded maps on our servers).

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission or data storage system is completely secure.

Your Rights

• You are in control of your data. You can choose to upload maps or share routes, but none of your location data is shared without your permission.
• If you wish to delete your uploaded maps or have questions about your data, please contact us at danvasile.pop@gmail.com.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please email us at danvasile.pop@gmail.com.