Privacy Policy

SquadTrek website is owned by Brushfore Concepts, which is a data controller of your personal data.

Last Updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

SquadTrek ("we", "us", "our", or "Company") operates the SquadTrek mobile application and website. 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.

2. Information Collection and Use

2.1 Information You Provide

• We collect information you voluntarily provide when:

• Creating an account (name, email, phone number)

• Setting up your profile (profile picture, display name, bio)

• Creating and managing trips

• Uploading photos

• Sharing trips with other users

• Communicating through the app

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• When you use SquadTrek, we automatically collect:

• Device information (device type, OS version, device ID)

• Usage data (features used, trip activities, time spent in app)

• Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)

• Crash reports and error logs

• Location data (only when explicitly enabled by you for trip activities)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• We may receive information from:

• Firebase Authentication (for account verification)

• Other users when they share trips with you

• Mapping services (for location features)

3. Use of Data

SquadTrek uses the collected data for various purposes:

3.1 To Provide and Maintain Service

• Account management

• Trip planning and sharing functionality

• Photo storage and management

• User communication features

3.2 To Improve Service

• Analytics and usage patterns

• Feature development and optimization

• Bug fixes and error resolution

• Performance monitoring

3.3 To Communicate

• Service updates and announcements

• Response to user inquiries

• Customer support

• Push notifications (with your consent)

• Email communications (with your consent)

3.4 For Security

• Fraud prevention and detection

• Account security and protection

• Legal compliance

• Enforcement of our Terms of Service

4. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your data at any time through the Data & Storage settings in the app.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Security Measures:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit

• Encrypted data storage

• Regular security audits

• Firebase security features

• Access controls and authentication

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Export your data (GDPR/CCPA compliance)

• Opt-out of marketing communications

• Disable location sharing

• Control photo sharing settings

• All of these options are available in the app's privacy and data settings.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share data:

• With other users you choose to share trips with

• With service providers who assist us (Firebase, etc.)

• When required by law or legal process

• To protect rights, privacy, safety, or property

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences

• Understand how you use SquadTrek

• Improve user experience

• Analyze usage patterns

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

SquadTrek may contain links to external websites and services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

SquadTrek is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information and terminate the child's account.

11. 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 above. Your continued use of SquadTrek indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your home country.

13. GDPR and CCPA Compliance

GDPR (European Users): If you are located in the EU, you have rights under GDPR including the right to access, correct, delete, and port your data. We process data based on your consent.

CCPA (California Users): California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, and sold. You have the right to delete personal information and opt-out of sales.

14. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us through:

• In-app Help Center

• Support section in the Settings

• We will respond within 30 days

15. Data Processing Agreement

If you are using SquadTrek for business purposes with multiple users, additional data processing agreements may apply. Please contact our support team.

Contact information:

If you would like to contact us to understand more about this Policy or wish to contact us concerning any matter relating to individual rights and your Personal Information, you may send an email to hello@squadTrek.com.