Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Algérie Machine (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the “App”). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Create a user profile
• List products for sale
• Contact other users
• Use Google Sign-In

This information may include: Name, Email address, Phone number, Profile picture, Business information, and Product listings and descriptions.

Photos and Camera

Our App requests access to your camera and photo library to allow you to take photos of products you want to sell, upload existing photos from your device, and set profile pictures. We only access photos when you explicitly choose to upload them. Photos are stored securely and used only for the purposes you specify within the App.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your account
• Facilitate product listings and sales
• Enable communication between buyers and sellers
• Improve and optimize the App
• Send important notifications and updates
• Provide customer support
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

Our App uses the following third-party services:

Data Storage and Security

• Your data is stored on secure Firebase servers
• We implement industry-standard security measures
• Images are stored on Cloudinary's secure infrastructure
• All data transmissions are encrypted using SSL/TLS
• We regularly review and update our security practices

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With other users: Your public profile and product listings are visible to other App users
• With service providers: Third-party services that help us operate the App (Firebase, Cloudinary)
• For legal reasons: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and data
• Opt-out of promotional communications
• Revoke camera and photo library permissions (in device settings)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: support@algeriemachine.com

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App, updating the “Last Updated” date, and sending you a notification (for significant changes). Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

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

GDPR Compliance

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at: gdpr@algeriemachine.com