Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
Introduction
Locals (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your email address and display name. We use Supabase for authentication and data storage.
Usage Information
We collect information about how you interact with the app, including spots viewed, saved places, quiz preferences (travel style, budget, energy level), and search queries. This data is used to personalize your experience.
Location Data
If you grant permission, we access your device location to provide the “Near Me” feature on the map. Location data is processed on-device and is not stored on our servers.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and personalize the app experience
- To save your preferences and bookmarked spots
- To improve our recommendations and content
- To communicate important updates about the service
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share anonymized, aggregated data for analytics purposes.
Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Supabase infrastructure with row-level security policies. We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit and at rest.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt out of non-essential data collection
- Export your data in a portable format
Children's Privacy
Our app is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@localsapp.com.