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Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 24, 2025
MeetLocal connects travelers with locals for authentic city experiences. To make meaningful connections and keep our community safe, we collect certain information. Here's exactly what we collect, how we use it, and how we protect your privacy.
1. Information We Collect
MeetLocal collects the following information to provide our services:
- Account Information: Name, email address, age, and profile photos when you sign up
- Profile Data: City, bio, languages, and user type (local or traveler)
- Location Data: Your city and country to connect you with nearby users
- Usage Information: Messages, connections, and interactions within the app
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Connect you with other users based on location and interests
- Enable communication through our chat features
- Ensure safety and security of our platform
- Send important updates about your account
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information:
- With other users as part of your public profile (name, photos, bio, city)
- When required by law or to protect our rights
- With service providers who help operate our app (Firebase, Google)
4. Data Security
We use Firebase security features to protect your data. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Update or correct your information
- Delete your account and data
- Opt-out of certain data collection
6. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us via email.