Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information needed to run FindingLights and provide map and community features. This may include:

• Account information (such as the email address used for login).
• Location data used to display nearby light displays and map features.
• User-generated content (photos, posts, comments, and display submissions you create or upload).
• Device and usage information (analytics, crash logs, and app performance data).
• Purchase and subscription information for FindingLights Premium (for example, subscription status). Billing details are handled by your platform’s app store.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate and maintain the FindingLights platform.
• Display nearby holiday light displays and map features.
• Enable community features and user-generated content.
• Manage user accounts and subscriptions.
• Improve app performance and user experience.
• Prevent abuse, spam, or fraudulent activity.

3. Third-Party Services

FindingLights uses third-party services to provide core functionality, such as:

• Firebase (authentication, database, analytics, and crash reporting).
• Apple App Store and Google Play (subscription payments and billing).
• Google ad services or other advertising providers used for banner ads.
• Mapping/location services used to provide map and nearby display features.

4. Advertising and Sponsored Content

FindingLights may display:

• Google banner ads for free users.
• Sponsored sections or sponsored map pins.

Sponsored content is intended to be clearly labeled and may be provided by partners or advertisers.

5. User-Generated Content

FindingLights includes community features where users may upload photos or other content. We reserve the right to remove content that violates our guidelines, infringes rights, or breaks the law.

6. Data Retention

We may retain user data as long as accounts remain active, and as needed for legal, security, and operational purposes.

7. User Rights

You can request deletion of your account or data by contacting support.

8. Children’s Privacy

FindingLights is not directed toward children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete that information. Child accounts may have restricted features (for example, community posting restrictions).

9. Contact Information

For privacy questions or requests, contact: support@findinglights.com