Welcome to Watchdoor ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Watchdoor (the "App"). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
Name and profile information
Phone number for verification and account security
Profile photo (optional)
Bio and personal description (optional)
Location Data
Foreground Location: To show nearby neighborhoods, local alerts, and community posts
Background Location: To send you real-time safety alerts even when the app is closed
Location data is used to connect you with your local neighborhood community
Note: Background location access is essential for delivering timely safety alerts in your neighborhood. You can disable this in your device settings at any time.
Media & Content
Photos and videos you upload for alerts, posts, and events
Comments and text content you share within neighborhoods
Event details you create or participate in
Device Information
Device type and operating system version
Push notification tokens for sending alerts
App usage analytics to improve our service
How We Use Your Information
•To connect you with your local neighborhood community
•To send real-time safety alerts and notifications relevant to your area
•To facilitate community posts, events, and marketplace listings
•To verify your identity and secure your account
•To improve our services and user experience
•To communicate important updates about the App
Data Storage & Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. Your data is stored securely using Supabase cloud infrastructure with encryption at rest and in transit.
All data transmissions are encrypted using TLS/SSL
Passwords are securely hashed and never stored in plain text
Access to user data is strictly limited and logged
Regular security audits and updates are performed
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following cases:
With your neighborhood community: Posts, alerts, and profile information you choose to share
Service providers: Third-party services that help us operate the App (cloud hosting, analytics)
Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Third-Party Services
Our App uses the following third-party services that may collect information:
Google Firebase
Analytics and push notifications
Supabase
Data storage and authentication
Google Maps
Location services and mapping
Expo
App updates and notifications
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct your information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
Opt-out: Disable location services or push notifications in your device settings
Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: