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Privacy Policy

Introduction

Chek Solutions Ltd ("we", "us", "our") operates the FinderHelper mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our app.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Username (chosen by you)
  • Authentication provider info when you sign in with Google, Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, or another enabled provider
  • Profile photo (optional)

Profile and activity data

When you use FinderHelper, we may store profile-related and activity-related information needed to run the app experience, such as:

  • Your avatar and profile settings
  • Item history connected to your account
  • Profile activity summaries shown in the app
  • Thank-you board entries connected to completed returns
  • Group membership and group-role information

Item Data

When you post items, we collect:

  • Photos you upload
  • Location data (with privacy protections - see below)
  • Descriptions you provide

Location Data

We use your location when you:

  • Post an item (to tag its approximate area)
  • Browse the map for nearby items
  • Review map-based matching flows
Location Privacy: We never store or share your exact location. Before saving, we add a random offset so the location shown to others is approximate - within a general area, not a precise address. Even if you post multiple items from the same spot, the offset stays consistent so nobody can triangulate your actual location.

How We Use Your Information

  • To match lost items with found items in your area
  • To display items on the map for nearby users
  • To enable in-app messaging between users
  • To send push notifications about matches and messages
  • To moderate content and enforce our community guidelines

Image Processing

Photos you upload are processed by third-party services for the purpose of content moderation (screening for inappropriate content). Images are stored securely and are not sold or used for advertising.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share data only with:

  • Other users: Your username, avatar, posted items, and approximate item locations are visible to other users
  • Service providers: Infrastructure providers that host and operate the app (database, storage, notifications)
  • Legal requirements: We may disclose information when required by law

Data Retention

  • Found items are auto-unlisted after 14 days, although related records may remain in your account history
  • Account data is kept while your account is active
  • You can delete your account in the app or request deletion at Delete Account guide
  • Some records may be retained where needed for safety, abuse prevention, fraud review, legal compliance, or conversation integrity

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing of your data
  • Data portability

Children's Privacy

FinderHelper is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact Us

Questions? Contact us at:

  • Email: privacy@finderhelper.com
  • Company: Chek Solutions Ltd