Privacy Policy for Trucker Circle App

This Privacy Policy describes how Trucker Circle ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use the Trucker Circle mobile application (the "App").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, username, password, and other contact information.
• Profile Information: You may choose to provide additional information for your profile, such as a profile picture, bio, location, and other details.
• Content: We collect the content that you post, upload, or otherwise submit through the App, including messages, comments, photos, and other materials.

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the App, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• Usage Data: We may collect information about your interactions with the App, such as the features you use, the pages you visit, and the actions you take.
• - Device Information: We may collect information about your mobile device, including device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Log Data: We may automatically collect log information when you use the App, such as your IP address, access times, and browser type.

1.3 Face Data Collection

• We may collect face data (such as facial images, facial features, or biometric data) through the App to enhance user experience and security (e.g., facial recognition for login, identity verification, or other features).
• Planned Uses of Face Data: Face data is used solely for the purposes of enhancing user experience, improving app functionality (e.g., facial recognition for authentication), and providing personalized features within the App. The data may also be used for security purposes, such as fraud prevention and identity verification.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the App;
• Communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and provide customer support;
• Personalize your experience and customize content and features;
• Analyze usage trends and gather demographic information;
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities;
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
• Enhance user security through features like facial recognition or identity verification.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with third parties for various purposes, including:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate the App, process payments, or provide other services.
• Business Partners: We may share your information with business partners or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information in response to legal process or government requests, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information with your consent or at your direction.
• Third Parties and Face Data: We do not share face data with third parties unless required for the specific features (e.g., identity verification) or if necessary for legal compliance.

4. Data Retention

We will retain your information, including face data, for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Face data will be retained for the duration of your use of the App, unless deleted by you or unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. You can delete your face data by deleting your account or through the settings section of the App.

5. Your Choices

You may access, update, or delete your account information and preferences at any time by logging into your account settings or contacting us directly. You may also opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the instructions provided in those communications.

Face Data: You can choose to disable facial recognition features within the App at any time through your privacy settings.

6. Children's Privacy

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

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on the App or by other means.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at contact@hostxero.com .

Effective date: 10 March 2025

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date indicated above and replaces any previous versions.