Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 31, 2025

Welcome to Fyndly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. As a community platform operating in Queensland, Australia, we are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Australian Privacy Principles.

We collect the following types of information:

• Account information (email address, name)
• Profile information (profile picture, contact preferences)
• Lost and found item details (descriptions, images, locations)
• Messages between users regarding lost/found items
• Usage information (how you interact with our platform)

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Connect users who have lost items with those who have found them
• Send notifications about potential matches
• Improve our platform and user experience
• Ensure the safety and security of our community

We use Supabase, a secure cloud platform, to store and protect your data. Your information is encrypted and protected using industry-standard security measures. We never share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except where required by law.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information through your profile settings
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt-out of non-essential communications
• Request a copy of your data

Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and maintain basic platform functionality. We do not use any third-party tracking cookies or advertising technologies.

Children's Privacy

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

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email.