RushMap

Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 25, 2026

1. Introduction

RushMap ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"), website, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when using the Service, including:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, username, password, and profile picture when you create an account
  • Profile Information: Bio, interests, and other optional information you add to your profile
  • User Content: Photos, reviews, comments, location submissions, and other content you post
  • Communications: Messages you send to us or other users through the Service
  • Support Requests: Information provided when you contact customer support

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Service, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, browser type, and mobile network information
  • Location Data: Precise GPS location (with your permission), IP-based location, and saved location preferences
  • Usage Data: Features used, pages viewed, time spent on the Service, search queries, and interaction patterns
  • Log Data: Access times, referring URLs, error logs, and crash reports

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

  • Social Media Platforms: If you sign up or log in using Facebook, Google, or Apple, we receive basic profile information as permitted by your privacy settings
  • Analytics Providers: Aggregated usage data and demographics
  • Other Users: Information about you that other users may provide (e.g., tagging you in content)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Create and manage your account
  • Show you rockhounding locations near you based on your location
  • Enable community features like reviews, comments, and sharing
  • Send you notifications about the Service, including updates and security alerts
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or illegal activities
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Other Users: Your public profile, reviews, and content are visible to other users
  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, customer support)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
  • Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of RushMap, our users, or others
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: When you have given us permission to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may retain certain information after account deletion for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or enforcement of our agreements. Anonymized or aggregated data may be retained indefinitely.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions
  • Portability: Request a portable copy of your data in a common format
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 14.

7. Location Data

The Service uses your device's location to show you nearby rockhounding sites and enable core app functionality. You can control location permissions through your device settings. Disabling location services may limit certain features of the Service.

We collect location data only when the app is in use (foreground), unless you enable background location for offline maps functionality.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information about your use of the Service. You can instruct your browser to refuse cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some parts of the Service may not function properly without cookies.

We may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics to help us understand how users engage with the Service.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe we may have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We may also notify you via email or in-app notification for significant changes. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
  • Right to delete personal information held by businesses
  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

15. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection. Our legal bases for processing include consent, contract performance, and legitimate interests. You may lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

17. Facebook Platform Data

If you use Facebook Login to access the Service, we comply with Facebook's Platform Terms and Developer Policies. We only request the minimum permissions necessary and do not share data received from Facebook with third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy. You can revoke our access to your Facebook data at any time through your Facebook settings.

18. Apple and Google App Store Compliance

Our App complies with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines and Google Play Developer Program Policies regarding data collection, privacy, and user consent. We provide clear disclosures about data collection and obtain necessary consent before collecting sensitive information such as precise location data.