Privacy Policy for Mopani Market

Effective Date: December 03, 2025

Last Updated: December 03, 2025

Mopani Market is a campus marketplace mobile app that enables users to buy, sell, and connect within the campus community. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you use our app. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Mopani Market app. By using the app, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the app.

For any questions, contact us at [Insert Contact Email or Method].

Information We Collect

We collect the following personal information from users:

       
• Email Address: Provided during account registration or Firebase authentication for user verification and login purposes.
       
• Phone Number: Collected optionally for contact purposes related to listings or communications within the app.
       
• Listings Data: Details of items posted for sale, including descriptions, prices, and categories.
       
• Images: Photos uploaded with listings for display in the app.
       
• Usage Data: Automatically collected information such as device information, IP address, and analytics data via Firebase Analytics.
   

We use Firebase for authentication, storage of listings and images, and analytics. No other third parties are involved in data collection.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

       
• To authenticate users and manage accounts via Firebase Authentication.
       
• To store and display user listings, images, and related data securely using Firebase Storage.
       
• To analyze app usage and improve functionality through Firebase Analytics.
       
• To facilitate communications between users, such as contacting sellers or buyers within the app.
       
• To comply with legal obligations under GDPR and other applicable laws.
   

We process personal data based on your consent (for authentication and listings), necessity for contract performance (for app services), or legitimate interests (for analytics and improvements).

Sharing of Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties except for Google services used by Firebase, which may include:

       
• Google for Firebase Authentication, Storage, and Analytics.
   

Data shared with Google is subject to Google's privacy practices. We do not sell your personal information. Sharing occurs only as necessary for app functionality.

Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption via Firebase services. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Mopani Market is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal information should contact us immediately.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

       
• Right to Access: Request confirmation of processing and access to your data.
       
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
       
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
       
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request restriction of processing under certain conditions.
       
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
       
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
       
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
   

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email or Method]. We will respond within one month. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, such as the Data Protection Commissioner in the EU.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be notified via in-app notification or email. The last updated date is shown at the top. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data:

       
• Email: [Insert Contact Email]
       
• GitHub Repository for Policy: https://github.com/[Insert Repository Name]/blob/main/privacy-policy.md (Policy hosted on GitHub for public access).
   

This policy is hosted on GitHub as a markdown file for transparency and accessibility.