Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2024

Welcome to Irania ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about you when you use the Irania mobile application ("App") and related services. Please read this policy carefully. By using Irania, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account information — When you sign in we collect your name and email address through Firebase Authentication (including Google sign-in).
• City selection — The country and city you select to browse local content.
• Business submissions — If you submit a business listing or deal, we collect the business name, contact details, address, category, and any description you provide.
• Language preference — Your choice of English or Persian (فارسی).
• Favourites — Businesses you save to your favourites list.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage data — App interactions, screens viewed, features used, and session duration.
• Device information — Device type, operating system version, and app version.
• Crash reports — Diagnostic data when the app crashes or encounters errors.

1.3 Information We Do Not Collect

• We do not collect precise GPS location unless you explicitly use a map feature, in which case your device provides location data locally — it is not transmitted to our servers.
• We do not collect payment information (the App is free).
• We do not sell your data to third parties.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Irania App and its features.
• Display business listings, events, and deals relevant to your selected city.
• Process and review business or deal submissions you send us.
• Personalize your experience (e.g. remember your city and language).
• Send essential service communications (e.g. confirming a listing submission).
• Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve performance and stability.
• Enforce our Terms of Service and prevent misuse.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• Service providers — We use Firebase (Google) for authentication, data storage, and cloud functions. These providers process data on our behalf under their own privacy policies and data processing agreements.
• Legal requirements — We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business transfers — If Irania is acquired or merged, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
• With your consent — For any other purpose with your explicit consent.

4. Third-Party Services

Irania integrates with the following third-party services. Each service has its own privacy policy:

• Firebase / Google — Authentication, Firestore database, Cloud Functions, and Analytics. Firebase Privacy Policy
• Google Maps / Places — Map display and business location services. Google Privacy Policy

5. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Business listing data is retained until you request removal or until we determine the listing is no longer accurate. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Your Rights below).

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction — Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion — Request deletion of your account and associated personal data.
• Portability — Request your data in a portable format.
• Objection — Object to certain processing activities.
• Withdrawal of consent — Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

Irania is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.

8. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. Your data is stored on Firebase infrastructure, which employs industry-standard security measures. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

Irania operates globally. Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own (including the United States, where Google's servers are located). By using the App, you consent to these transfers. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection law.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you within the App. Your continued use of Irania after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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