Privacy Policy - Halfway App
Last updated: 2nd April, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Halfway. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we handle your data when you use our app.
Data We Collect
Location Data
- What we collect: Geographic location data when you use the app.
- How we collect it: Through your device's location services and map interactions.
- Why we collect it: To calculate midpoints between locations and show relevant places nearby.
Map Usage Data
- Basic usage statistics (non-identifiable) to improve app functionality.
- Search queries to provide relevant results (processed via MapKit).
How We Use Your Data
We use your data solely to:
- Calculate meeting points between multiple locations.
- Display relevant places near the midpoint (via MapKit).
- Show travel times and directions (via MapKit).
- Improve app functionality based on anonymized usage patterns.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Services
We use Apple's MapKit for map services, which has its own privacy practices. Please refer to Apple's privacy policy for information on how they handle location data.
We Do NOT:
- Sell your personal data to third parties.
- Use your data for advertising purposes.
- Store your location history on our servers.
Data Storage
- Location data is used only during your active session for calculations.
- We do not maintain persistent storage of your location history.
- Searches and preferences may be stored locally on your device only.
Your Rights
- You can turn off location services for Halfway in your device settings at any time.
- You can clear your local app data by deleting and reinstalling the app.
Children's Privacy
Halfway is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy 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.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
- Email: jimjatt1999@gmail.com
- GitHub: https://github.com/jimjatt1999
By using Halfway, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.