Privacy Policy of My Location
Last updated: January 7, 2025
We care about your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, why we need it, and how you can control your data.
📋 Quick Summary
- What we collect: Location data (when you save places), device info for ads, and app usage data
- Why we collect it: To show your saved locations on the map and display ads that keep the app free
- Your control: You can opt out of personalized ads, request your data, or ask us to delete it
- Contact us: [email protected]
Table of Contents
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do you sell my personal data?
No. We never sell your personal data to anyone.
Can I use the app without seeing ads?
Currently, ads help keep the app free for everyone. You can opt out of personalized ads using the links in the Advertising section.
Where is my location data stored?
Your saved locations are stored locally on your device. We only access your current location when you explicitly use the location features.
How quickly will you respond to my privacy requests?
We respond to all privacy requests within 30 days, but usually much faster.
📊 What Data We Collect
Location Data
What: Your geographic location
When: Only when you use the "Current Location" feature or save a location
Why: To show your location on the map and save places you want to remember
Device Information
What: Device type, operating system, unique advertising ID
When: When you use the app
Why: To show relevant ads and ensure app compatibility
App Usage Data
What: How you interact with app features
When: While using the app
Why: To improve the app and fix problems
🔧 How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Provide app features | Show your saved locations, find addresses, display maps |
| Display advertisements | Show ads that help keep the app free |
| Improve the app | Fix bugs and add features you'll love |
| Legal compliance | Follow privacy laws and respond to legal requests |
📢 Advertising Partners
We work with advertising partners to show ads. These partners may collect data to show relevant ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising with each partner:
💡 Tip: You can also control ad preferences in your device settings:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
🛡️ Your Rights
You have control over your personal data. Here's what you can do:
✅ Access Your Data
Request a copy of all data we have about you
How: Email [email protected] with subject "Data Access Request"
✏️ Correct Your Data
Fix any incorrect information we have
How: Email [email protected] with subject "Data Correction Request"
🗑️ Delete Your Data
Request deletion of your personal data
How: Email [email protected] with subject "Delete My Data"
📦 Export Your Data
Get your data in a format you can transfer
How: Email [email protected] with subject "Data Export Request"
🚫 Object to Processing
Stop certain uses of your data
How: Email [email protected] with subject "Object to Processing"
Response time: We'll respond within 30 days (usually much faster!)
📧 Contact Information
Data Protection Contact:
My Location - Privacy Team
Email: [email protected]
For the fastest response, please include your device type and app version in your email.
📖 Glossary
- Advertising ID (IDFA/GAID)
- A unique identifier on your device used for advertising. You can reset it in your device settings.
- Cookies
- Small files stored on your device to remember your preferences and improve your experience.
- Data Controller
- The organization responsible for your data (that's us - My Location).
- Personal Data
- Any information that can identify you, like your location or device ID.
- Processing
- Anything we do with your data - collecting, storing, using, or deleting it.
- Third Party
- Other companies we work with, like our advertising partners.
📜 Full Legal Policy
The information below provides complete legal details about our data practices.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Your consent: When you agree to location access or accept our privacy policy
- Contract performance: To provide the app features you expect
- Legal obligations: To comply with laws and regulations
- Legitimate interests: To improve app security and prevent fraud
Data Retention
We keep your data only as long as necessary:
- Location data saved by you: Until you delete it
- Analytics data: Maximum 26 months
- Advertising data: As per each partner's policy (see links above)
International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
- Ensuring recipients provide adequate data protection
Children's Privacy
Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of data in transit
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
Advertising Partners and Data Collection
Our advertising partners may collect certain data to provide relevant advertisements. Here's what each partner collects:
- Google AdMob: Collects device identifiers, IP addresses, and app usage data to serve targeted ads and measure ad performance.
- InMobi: Collects device information, location data (with consent), and advertising identifiers to deliver personalized advertisements.
- AppLovin: Collects device data, advertising IDs, and behavioral data to optimize ad delivery and measure campaign effectiveness.
- IronSource: Collects device identifiers, IP addresses, and app interaction data for ad targeting and fraud prevention.
- Unity Ads: Collects device information, advertising identifiers, and gameplay data to serve relevant ads in gaming contexts.
- Liftoff Monetize (Vungle): Collects device data, IP addresses, and advertising identifiers to deliver video ads and measure engagement.
- Pangle: Collects device identifiers, approximate location data, and app usage information for ad targeting and attribution.
- Mintegral: Collects device information, advertising identifiers, IP addresses, and app usage data to deliver programmatic advertisements. They may also collect precise location data with user consent for location-based advertising. Mintegral uses this data for ad targeting, campaign optimization, and fraud prevention.
- Chartboost: Collects device information, advertising identifiers, gameplay data, and user interaction data to serve targeted advertisements, optimize ad performance, and provide analytics.
All advertising partners are required to handle your data in accordance with their respective privacy policies and applicable data protection laws.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We'll notify you of significant changes through the app or email.
Legal Rights Under GDPR
If you're in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under CCPA, including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (though we don't sell your data).