Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pastrac (“we”, “us”, “our”). We operate the website https://www.pastrac.com and any associated mobile application (collectively, the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Service. By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• When you register for an account or join our waitlist: your name, email address, phone number (if applicable)
• When you create content (e.g., “Tracs,” posts about places, uploaded media, comments, tags)
• When you contact us for support or inquiries

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage data: pages visited, interactions, features used, time spent
• Device & technical data: IP address, device type, OS, browser, carrier, unique identifiers
• Location information: if you grant permission, we may collect GPS or similar location data

2.3 Information From Third-Party Sources

• Third-party login services (e.g., Apple, Google)
• Analytics providers or advertising partners providing anonymous or aggregated usage insights

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Enable you to create, share, and manage content on Pastrac
• Personalize your experience and recommend content
• Communicate service updates, newsletters, and (with consent) promotional emails
• Analyze usage trends to enhance features and performance
• Prevent fraud, enforce our Terms, and protect user safety
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Disclosure of Your Information

• Other users: when you share content, it becomes visible to the groups or categories you select
• Service providers: hosting, analytics, messaging, and operational partners bound by confidentiality
• Business transfers: if Pastrac undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
• Legal authorities: when required by law or needed to protect rights, safety, or property
• Aggregated/anonymized data: non-identifiable insights may be shared publicly or with partners

5. Your Choices & Controls

• Account settings: update or delete your account at any time
• Email preferences: opt out of marketing emails; service emails will still be sent
• Location settings: disable location permissions in your device
• Cookies: manage through browser settings; some features may be affected

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information as long as your account is active or as needed for legitimate business, legal, and security purposes. Some information may be retained after account deletion where required by law or for dispute resolution.

7. Security

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. In the event of a data breach, we will follow applicable notification laws.

8. International Transfers

If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries where our providers operate. By using the Service, you consent to these transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age applicable in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that a child has provided data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The “Last updated” date above reflects the latest revision. Material updates may be communicated via email or within the app.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: support@pastrac.com