Privacy Policy of HalfOrder

Last Updated: April 2026

HalfOrder (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Profile photo (if uploaded)

b. Usage Data

  • App activity (creating/joining orders)
  • Messages between users
  • Device information (device type, OS)

c. Location Data

We may collect approximate location to help match users nearby.

We do NOT track precise real-time GPS location in the background.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and operate the app
  • Match users with nearby orders
  • Enable messaging between users
  • Improve app performance and experience
  • Detect fraud or misuse

3. Photos & Media

If you upload images (e.g., food photos):

  • We only access photos you choose to upload
  • We do NOT access your full photo library
  • Images are stored securely

4. Messaging & Content

Messages between users are stored to:

  • Enable communication
  • Prevent abuse or harmful behavior

We do NOT sell or share your messages with third parties.


5. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell your personal data.

We may share data only in these cases:

  • With service providers (e.g., Firebase) to run the app
  • If required by law
  • To protect users or prevent fraud

6. Payments

HalfOrder does not process payments within the app.

The platform is designed for coordination purposes only. Users may independently arrange any transactions outside the platform at their own discretion.

HalfOrder is not involved in, and does not facilitate, financial transactions between users.


7. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

However, no system is 100% secure.


8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Request deletion of your account and data
  • Update your information

To request this, contact us at:
📧 support@halforder.app


9. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary to provide the service.

We may retain some data for legal or safety purposes.


10. Children’s Privacy

HalfOrder is not intended for users under 18.

We do not knowingly collect data from children.


11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy.

We will notify users of major changes.


12. Contact

For any questions:

📧 support@halforder.app


By using HalfOrder, you agree to this Privacy Policy.