Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Lost It Find It ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Lost & Found platform available at lostitfindit.app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

• Identity: We use Internet Identity for authentication. We do not collect passwords or email addresses during sign-in.
• Profile data: Display name you choose to set up within the app.
• Item listings: Titles, descriptions, categories, locations, and optional photos you submit when reporting lost or found items.
• Messages: In-app messages exchanged between users about items.
• Push notification subscriptions: Browser push subscription endpoints stored if you opt in to notifications.
• Feedback: Comments and star ratings you voluntarily submit.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To operate the lost-and-found platform and display listings.
• To enable secure messaging between finders and owners.
• To send push notifications when you receive new messages (opt-in only).
• To improve the service based on feedback.

4. Data Storage

All data is stored on the Internet Computer blockchain via canisters operated by Caffeine AI. Data is decentralised and stored on the ICP network.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties. Item listings and messages are only visible to registered users of the platform. Push notification subscriptions are used solely to deliver in-app notifications and are not shared.

6. Photos and Media

Photos you upload for item listings are stored on the Internet Computer and may be visible to other users browsing the platform. Do not upload photos containing sensitive personal information.

7. Your Rights

• You may delete your item listings at any time.
• You may disable push notifications at any time from the Inbox page.
• To request deletion of your account data, contact us at the address below.

8. Children's Privacy

This service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

For privacy-related questions or data deletion requests, please contact us through the feedback form within the app.