Privacy Policy

Introduction

Pick a Tag ("we", "us", "our") operates the pickatag.com website and mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our service.

Data We Collect

Account data

When you sign in using Google, Facebook, or Apple, we receive your name and email address from the provider. We do not receive or store your password.

User-generated content

Tags, locations, verifications, check-ins, and other content you create within the app.

Location data

With your permission, we access your device location to show nearby tags and locations on the map. We do not track your location in the background.

Usage data

We collect anonymous usage data such as pages visited and features used to improve the service.

How We Use Your Data

• To provide and maintain the Pick a Tag service
• To display nearby tags and locations based on your position
• To attribute tags and verifications to your profile
• To manage your TagCoin balance
• To communicate important service updates
• To improve and develop new features

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

• Supabase — database hosting and authentication (EU region)
• Vercel — website hosting
• Google — OAuth sign-in provider
• Facebook (Meta) — OAuth sign-in provider
• Apple — OAuth sign-in provider
• Mapbox / Leaflet — map display

Each of these services has their own privacy policy governing how they handle your data.

Cookies and Local Storage

We use essential cookies and browser local storage to maintain your session, store your preferences (language, tag size), and keep you signed in. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on servers located in the European Union via Supabase. We use industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest to protect your data.

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection law (including GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (see our Data Deletion page)
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Data portability — receive your data in a structured format
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@pickatag.com.

Children's Privacy

Pick a Tag is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at privacy@pickatag.com.