Privacy Policy

Your Privacy is Our Priority

Vijayapura Spaces is committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use our property discovery platform.

Google Services & Authentication

Our app uses Google services for secure authentication and data storage:

• Google Sign-In: We use Google's OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication
• Data Collected: Your Google account name, email address, and unique ID
• Google Cloud Firestore: Secure database for storing your profile and preferences
• Purpose: Account creation, authentication, and personalized app experience
• Google's Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy

When you sign in with Google, you're also agreeing to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Data Storage & Firestore

We use Google Cloud Firestore to securely store your information:

• Location: Data stored in secure Google Cloud data centers
• Encryption: All data encrypted in transit and at rest using Google's security standards
• Access Control: Strict security rules limiting data access
• Backup & Recovery: Automated backups ensure data protection
• Regional Compliance: Data processing complies with local privacy laws

Your data in Firestore includes:

• User profile information (name, email from Google)
• Phone number (for property contact purposes)
• App preferences and settings
• Property search history and saved properties

Information We Collect

Through Google Authentication:

• Full name from your Google account
• Email address from your Google account
• Google account unique identifier
• Profile picture (if publicly available)

Additional Information You Provide:

• Phone number for property contact purposes
• Property search preferences
• Saved properties and favorites

Automatically Collected:

• Device information (model, OS version)
• App usage analytics (through Firebase Analytics)
• Location data (when permission granted)
• Error logs and crash reports (for app improvement)

How We Use Your Information

Account Management:

• Create and maintain your user account using Google authentication
• Personalize your app experience with your Google profile information
• Verify your identity for security purposes

Property Services:

• Enable property search and discovery features
• Connect you with property sellers/buyers using your phone number
• Save your property preferences and search history
• Provide location-based property recommendations

App Improvement:

• Analyze app usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Debug issues and improve app performance using Firebase Analytics
• Send important updates about new features or property matches

Firebase Services We Use

Our app integrates with several Firebase services for enhanced functionality:

• Firebase Authentication: Secure Google Sign-In integration
• Cloud Firestore: Real-time database for user data and property information
• Firebase Analytics: App usage analytics for improvement purposes
• Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting for app stability
• Firebase Cloud Messaging: Push notifications for property updates

All Firebase services comply with Google's privacy standards. Data processing is governed by Google Cloud's data processing terms. For more details, visit Firebase Privacy.

Data Sharing & Third Parties

Limited sharing occurs only in these cases:

Google Services:

• Your authentication data is processed by Google for sign-in purposes
• Firestore data is stored and processed by Google Cloud infrastructure
• Analytics data shared with Firebase for app improvement

Property Contacts:

• Your phone number shared with property sellers/buyers when you initiate contact
• Your name and email (from Google) may be shared for property inquiries
• Only shared with your explicit consent through app actions

Legal Requirements:

• Data shared when required by law or court order
• Information disclosed to prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Data shared to protect our rights and safety

Security & Protection

We implement multiple layers of security to protect your information:

Google Cloud Security:

• Industry-leading encryption for all data in transit and at rest
• Google's advanced security infrastructure protecting Firestore data
• Regular security audits and compliance certifications
• Automatic security updates and patches

App-Level Security:

• Secure API communications using HTTPS encryption
• OAuth 2.0 authentication tokens with automatic expiration
• Access controls limiting employee data access
• Regular security assessments and penetration testing

Your Role in Security:

• Keep your Google account secure with strong passwords
• Enable two-factor authentication on your Google account
• Log out from shared devices after use
• Report suspicious activities immediately

Your Privacy Rights & Control

You have comprehensive control over your personal data:

Access Rights:

• View all personal data we've collected about you
• Download a copy of your data in a portable format
• Access your Google data through Google's data export tools

Control Rights:

• Update your profile information through the app settings
• Delete your account and associated data at any time
• Control which data is shared with property contacts
• Manage notification preferences and communications

Google Account Rights:

• Manage your Google account data at myaccount.google.com
• Control Google authentication permissions in your Google account
• Revoke app access to your Google account at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us through the app or email support@vijayapuraspaces.com.

Data Retention & Deletion

Active Accounts:

• Data retained while your account is active and functional
• Regular data reviews to ensure relevance and accuracy
• Automatic cleanup of outdated search history and logs

Account Deletion:

• Most personal data deleted within 30 days of account closure
• Some data retained for legal compliance (up to 7 years)
• Firebase Analytics data anonymized after account deletion
• Google authentication data removed from our systems

Inactive Accounts:

• Accounts inactive for 3+ years may be automatically deleted
• 60-day notice sent before deletion to your registered email
• Option to reactivate account during notice period

International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in different countries due to our use of Google services:

• Primary Storage: Google Cloud data centers (multiple regions)
• Data Processing: May occur in various countries where Google operates
• Protection Standards: All transfers protected by Google's global security measures
• Legal Frameworks: Transfers comply with applicable international privacy laws
• Indian Users: Data processing may occur outside India but protected by Google's privacy commitments

By using our app, you consent to these international data transfers under Google's protection standards.

Children's Privacy Protection

Vijayapura Spaces is designed for adults and property professionals:

• Age Requirement: App intended for users 18 years and older
• No Child Data: We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18
• Parental Notice: If we discover a child has provided information, we delete it immediately
• Account Verification: Google authentication helps verify user age through existing accounts
• Reporting: Parents can contact us to report underage account usage

Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements:

• Notification: Significant changes announced through the app and email
• Effective Date: Changes take effect 30 days after notification
• Continued Use: Using the app after changes constitutes acceptance
• Version History: Previous versions available upon request
• Google Changes: We'll update this policy if Google changes their privacy practices

Always review the latest version available in the app under Settings > Privacy Policy.

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