Effective Date: 30 April 2026
HomeShil (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our application.
1. Information We Collect
a. Authentication Data
We provide two login methods:
🔹 Google Sign-In
We may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Profile picture (if available)
- Google user ID
🔹 Username & Password Login
We may collect:
- Name
- Email or phone number
- Encrypted login credentials
b. Location Data
After login, we may request location access:
- Approximate location
- Precise location (if enabled)
Used only to show nearby products, shops, and service providers.
c. Usage Data
- App activity
- Device information
- Crash logs / analytics data
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your information to:
- Authenticate users (Google or manual login)
- Show nearby products and services
- Improve app performance
- Provide user support
3. Google Sign-In (OAuth)
HomeShil uses Google Sign-In (OAuth 2.0).
- We do not access your Google password
- We only receive basic profile data
- Data is used only for login and authentication
- We comply with Google API Services User Data Policy
4. Location Usage
After successful login, HomeShil requests location permission to:
- Show nearby shops and service providers
- Improve local search results
Location is used only while app is in use and is not shared without user consent.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell user data.
We may share limited data only with:
- Service providers (for connecting users)
- Analytics services (Firebase or similar)
- Legal authorities if required
6. Data Security
We use secure encryption (HTTPS) and safe storage methods. However, no system is 100% secure.
7. Data Retention
- Data is stored while account is active
- Deleted upon user request
- Some data may be retained for legal/security reasons
8. Account & Data Deletion
Users can request deletion by email:
Subject: Account Deletion Request – HomeShil
Processing time: 3–7 working days
9. Third-Party Services
We may use:
- Google Sign-In
- Firebase / analytics tools
These services have their own privacy policies.
10. Children’s Privacy
HomeShil is not intended for children under 13.
11. Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected with a new effective date.