👋 Introduction
Welcome to Flippe. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
By using Flippe, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
📷 Camera Access
Flippe requests access to your device's camera for the following purposes:
- Capturing photos of items you wish to list for barter or trade
- Uploading product images directly from your camera
Camera access is only activated when you explicitly choose to take a photo within the app. We do not access your camera in the background.
📍 Location Access
Flippe requests access to your device's location for the following purposes:
- Auto-filling your listing location to help nearby users discover your items
- Showing you relevant listings from users near you
Location data is only collected when you are actively using the app. We do not track your location in the background.
🔐 Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Account information — name, email address, profile photo
- Listing data — photos, descriptions, and location of items you post
- Usage data — how you interact with the app (screens visited, actions taken)
- Device information — device type, operating system, app version
🤝 How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the Flippe app
- Enable barter and trade between users
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Send you important app-related notifications
- Ensure safety and prevent fraud
🔗 Third-Party Services
Flippe uses the following third-party services which have their own privacy policies:
- Google Sign-In — for authentication
- Firebase — for backend services and analytics
- Google Play Services — for app distribution and updates
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
🔒 Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
👤 Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for camera or location access at any time via your device settings
- Delete your account and all associated data
👶 Children's Privacy
Flippe is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
✏️ Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the date at the top of this page. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
📬 Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: noreply@flippe.in
App: Flippe — Barter & Trade