Privacy Policy – Habesha Hub

Last updated: March 31, 2026

Habesha Hub ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.

1. Information We Collect

• Account information: Email address and display name when you register.
• Business information: Name, address, phone number, photos, and opening hours if you register a business.
• Location data: GPS location to find nearby businesses. Only used in the moment of search — not stored.
• Chat messages: Messages sent through the in-app chat feature.
• Usage data: Anonymous app usage data to improve the service.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and operate the Habesha Hub service.
• To display nearby Habesha businesses based on your location.
• To enable communication between users and businesses via chat.
• To send email verification and important account notifications.
• To improve our services and fix issues.

3. Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services (Firestore, Firebase Auth, Firebase Storage), which are GDPR-compliant. Data is stored on servers in the European Union.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Business information you register is publicly visible in the app to help customers find you.

5. Location Data

We access your device location only when you tap the search button to find nearby businesses. We do not track or store your location continuously.

6. Children's Privacy

Habesha Hub is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Object to or restrict processing of your data.
• Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us at samuelefriem@gmail.com.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active. You may delete your account and all associated data at any time by contacting us.

9. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and Firebase security rules.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by email or through the app.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: samuelefriem@gmail.com
• Website: habesha-hub.no