MtaaStage - Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

MtaaStage ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Location Data: We access your device's GPS location to help you find nearby matatu stages and send you arrival notifications at your destination.
• Device Information: We may collect device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers for analytics and app performance.
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the app to improve our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide core app functionality (finding stages, arrival notifications)
• To display relevant advertisements
• To improve and optimize app performance
• To analyze app usage and user behavior
• To communicate with you about updates and features

4. Location Permissions

MtaaStage requires access to your device location to function properly. Location data is used to:

• Find nearby matatu stages
• Calculate distances to destinations
• Send arrival notifications

You can disable location access in your device settings, but this will prevent the app from functioning.

5. Advertisements

Our app displays advertisements to support free access to our services. We manage ad content through our own systems. We do not share your personal information with third-party advertisers.

6. Data Storage and Security

We use Google Firebase to securely store and manage app data. Your information is protected by:

• Encrypted data transmission
• Secure cloud storage
• Firebase security rules and authentication

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to outside parties.

7. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Firebase: For data storage and authentication
• Google Maps: For location services and mapping

These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Disable location services

10. Children's Privacy

MtaaStage is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending an in-app notification (for significant changes)

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Email: support@mtaastage.co.ke

App: MtaaStage

13. Consent

By using MtaaStage, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.