Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us
At StoreBurq, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use your data. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is handled when you use our mobile application and services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following personal data:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Shipping and billing address
- Account credentials (username and password)
- Payment details (processed securely via payment providers)
- Government ID (for seller verification, if applicable)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect:
- Device information (device type, OS, IP address)
- App usage data (pages visited, interactions, session duration)
- Approximate location (based on IP or user input)
- Device identifiers (such as advertising ID)
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive data from:
- Payment providers
- Delivery and shipping partners
- Social login providers
- Verification services
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Create and manage accounts
- Process orders and payments
- Deliver products
- Provide customer support
- Improve application performance and experience
- Analyze usage and behavior
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send marketing messages (with your consent)
3. App Permissions
Our app may request the following permissions:
- Location: to improve delivery services and show relevant content
- Camera: to capture images within the application
- Storage/Media: to upload photos and files
All permissions are requested only when needed and with your explicit consent.
4. Analytics and Performance Tracking
We use analytics tools such as Firebase Analytics and crash reporting services like Firebase Crashlytics.
These tools may collect:
- Device information
- Usage behavior
- Session duration
- Crash logs
This data helps us:
- Improve app performance
- Fix errors
- Enhance user experience
5. Information Sharing
5.1 With Sellers
We share necessary order details (name, address, phone) with sellers to fulfill orders.
5.2 With Service Providers
We share data with trusted third parties for:
- Payment processing
- Delivery services
- Analytics and hosting
5.3 Legal Compliance
We may disclose information if required by law.
5.4 Business Transfers
Data may be transferred in case of merger or acquisition.
5.5 No Data Selling
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain sessions
- Remember preferences
- Analyze usage
- Improve personalization
7. Data Security
We use strong security measures including:
- SSL/TLS encryption (data in transit)
- Encryption of sensitive data at rest
- Secure infrastructure and access controls
- Continuous monitoring and updates
8. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Meet legal requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Prevent fraud
9. Your Rights
You may have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Request deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
10. Account Deletion
You can delete your account by:
- Using the in-app option (Settings → Delete Account)
- Or contacting: privacy@storeburq.com
We will process deletion requests in accordance with applicable laws.
11. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed outside your country with appropriate safeguards.
12. Children's Privacy
Our app is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their data.
13. Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for privacy practices of external websites linked within the application.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Significant changes will be communicated via the application or email.
15. Contact Us
- Email: privacy@storeburq.com
- Data Protection Officer: dpo@storeburq.com
- Address: Muscat, Oman
16. Regional Compliance
GDPR (EEA Users)
Users have rights under GDPR, including filing complaints with authorities.
CCPA (California Residents)
Users can request access to and deletion of their data under CCPA.