Privacy Policy

INTRODUCTION

NomadLink ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of the users ("you" or "your") of the TripPal mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Account Information: Email address, first name, last name
• Profile Information: Profile and banner pictures (which you upload)
• Preferences: Default currency, app view settings
• User-Generated Content: Trip data, expense records, attachments, and any other content you create within the App
• Location Data: When you use nearby services features (only processed when you activate these features)
• Survey Information: How you found our app, if provided

Technical Information

We also collect:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version
• Usage Data: Information about how you use the App, including time spent, features used, and user activity patterns

HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

We collect information in several ways:

• Directly from you: When you create an account, set up your profile, or input data into the App
• Automatically: Through the use of cookies and similar technologies that collect information about how you interact with our App
• From your device: When you grant permissions to access certain device features like location services

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your personal information for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our App
• Create and manage your account
• Process and complete transactions
• Send you technical notices and updates
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns
• Protect the security and integrity of our App

DATA STORAGE AND SHARING

Cloud Synchronization

TripPal offers cloud synchronization features through Firebase. Please note:

• Data is only synced to our servers when you explicitly choose to do so
• You control when and what data is uploaded to the cloud
• Email address and onboarding data are required for account creation and are stored on our servers

Third-Party Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers to facilitate our App's functions:

• Firebase: For authentication and cloud storage
• Sentry: For app performance monitoring and error tracking
• OverPass-API: For location-based services
• Currency Converter API: For currency conversion features

These providers may collect or have access to your information to perform their functions. They are obligated to protect your information and may be located in countries outside your own.

YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

For Users in the European Economic Area (EEA)

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we restrict the processing of your data
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: Object to our processing of your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent

For Users in California

Under CCPA, you have rights to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Account information is retained while your account remains active, and user-generated content is retained until you delete it or request its deletion.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our App is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we discover that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the one in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your country's laws. By using our App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take steps to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

NomadLink
Email: support@nomadlink.tech

CONSENT

By using our App, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our App.