Privacy Policy

Effective date:20-11-2025

1.Who We Are

Namma Area (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a community‑based mobile application that enables residents to share complaints, suggestions, and feedback within their local area and receive community notifications. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to operate and improve our services:

Type	Examples	Purpose
Account Information	Name, email address, optional profile photo	To identify users and enable posting and communication
User Content	Complaints, feedback, comments, photos	To display and manage community discussions
Device & App Data	Device model, OS version, crash logs	To maintain and improve app performance
Usage Data	Pages visited, actions taken in‑app	To understand usage trends and enhance features
Push‑Notification Token	Unique device token	To send community alerts and responses

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

3. How We Use the Information

• Display your posts and comments in the community.
• Send you notifications and important community alerts (with your permission).
• Respond to support requests and technical issues.
• Analyze usage patterns to improve app features.

4. Information We Share

• Service providers: to host data or deliver push notifications.
• Legal requirements: if mandated by law or public safety needs.
• With your consent: for optional features or integrations.

5. Permissions Used in the App

• Internet Access – to load and update community content.
• Notifications – to send community updates and responses.
• Storage/Camera (if enabled) – to attach photos to complaints or feedback.

You can manage these permissions anytime in your device settings.

6. Children’s Privacy

Namma Area is designed for all age groups. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the relevant age in your region). If we learn such data was provided, we delete it promptly.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

Your posts and feedback remain visible until deleted by you or by an administrator. To request complete data deletion, contact us using the email below.

8. Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect your data, but no online service is 100% secure. Use Namma Area responsibly and avoid sharing sensitive personal information in public posts.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will appear in‑app and on our website with a new effective date. Continued use of the app implies acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or want your data removed, please reach us at:

Email: vidganservices@gmail.com
Developer/Team: Namma Area Support
Address: 5/1170 V.n.s nagar ,sipcot ranipet -632403

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