Privacy Policy for Busy Bark APP 

Effective Date: June 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Apxi Trading Ltd ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our mobile application, Busy Bark (the "App"), available on the Google Play Store.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not use the App.

1. Information We Collect

We primarily focus on providing localized walking information based on your input. We collect very limited personal data:

a. Information You Provide Directly

  • Postcode Information: When you use the App, you provide your postcode. This postcode is used solely for the immediate purpose of identifying your general location to provide you with relevant local walking information. We do not store this postcode information after it has been used to retrieve the relevant local data.

  • Communication Data: If you contact us for support or inquiries (e.g., via email), we may collect the content of your communications and your contact information to respond to your request.

The App does not require user accounts, does not allow users to upload personal content, and does not process direct payment information.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you use the App, we may automatically collect certain non-personal information about your device and your usage of the App, which helps us ensure the App functions correctly:

  • Device Information: This may include your device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers (such as Android Advertising ID, primarily for anonymous analytics).

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the App, such as features accessed, time spent on the App, and app crashes. This data is generally anonymized and aggregated to help us improve the App's performance and user experience.

We do not collect precise or approximate location information from your device through GPS or network signals. Instead, the App relies solely on the postcode you explicitly provide to determine relevant local walking information.

c. Information from Third Parties

We may use third-party services within the App for analytics or to help deliver the local information you request. These third parties may collect anonymous usage data. For example, we may use:

  • Analytics Providers: Services like Google Analytics for Firebase help us understand how the App is used, but they generally collect anonymized data that does not directly identify you. For Google Analytics for Firebase, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy.

     

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the limited information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Localized Information: To use your provided postcode to immediately deliver relevant walking routes, points of interest, and other local content.

  • To Improve the App: To analyze usage trends and enhance the App's features, functionality, and performance.

  • For Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide technical support when you contact us.

  • For Security and Fraud Prevention: To maintain the security and integrity of the App and protect against malicious activities.

  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: To meet applicable legal requirements, regulations, or respond to lawful requests.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We share necessary information with third-party vendors and service providers who assist us in operating the App, such as hosting services, analytics providers, or services that help us process postcodes into local data. These third parties are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was provided.

  • For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights or property, prevent fraud, or ensure the safety of our users or the public.

  • Aggregated or Anonymized Data: We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you, for purposes such as reporting or research.

We do not sell personal and sensitive user data.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We do not permanently store the postcode information you provide. Your postcode is processed in real-time to generate local walking information and is not retained on our servers after this immediate processing. Anonymized usage data may be retained for longer periods for analytical purposes, but this data cannot be used to identify you personally.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access: The right to request access to the personal data (e.g., your postcode, if it were stored) we hold about you.

  • Correction: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

  • Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal data.

  • Objection/Restriction: The right to object to or request restriction of processing of your personal data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can take appropriate action to remove the information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our 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 "Effective Date" at the top. For significant changes, we may provide more prominent notice within the App or via email. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, please do not hesitate to contact us at:

Email: busybarkofficial@gmail.com Website: www.busy-bark.com

10. Important Note Regarding Google Play

While Busy Bark does not directly collect or store extensive personal data beyond the immediate use of your provided postcode, please be aware that Google Play, as the app distribution platform, may collect certain information related to your use of their services. This can include data about app downloads, purchases, device information, and usage of the Google Play Store itself.

Your use of the Google Play platform is governed by Google's own Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how Google collects, uses, and shares your data:

This disclaimer is provided for your awareness and to distinguish our data practices from those of the platform provider.

Important Notes for Developers:

  • Review Third-Party Services: Critically review the "Information from Third Parties" section. If you use a specific service to convert postcodes into map data or walking routes, you must explicitly mention that service and ideally link to its privacy policy.

  • In-App Disclosures: Remember to implement any required in-app disclosures for permissions, even if minimal, as per Google Play's user data policies.

  • Legal Counsel: This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. It is highly recommended to consult with a legal professional to ensure your privacy policy fully complies with all applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) based on your app's specific functionality and target audience.