Privacy Policy
Carmundo — Global Car Community
Last updated: April 4, 2026
1. Introduction
Carmundo (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the Carmundo mobile application (“the App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you use our App.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. By using the App, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
| Category | Data | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Email address, password (hashed), display name, username | Account creation and authentication |
| Profile Information | Bio, location (text), avatar photo, visibility settings | Personalizing your profile |
| Garage Data | Car make, model, year, color, photos, dream car designation | Showcasing your vehicles |
| Club Data | Club name, description, avatar, access level | Creating and managing communities |
| Event Data | Title, description, date/time, location, GPS coordinates, cover image | Organizing and discovering meetups |
| Posts & Media | Text content, images, videos | Sharing with the community |
| Comments & Reactions | Comment text, reaction type | Engaging with posts |
| Messages | Message content, conversation participants | Direct messaging |
| Notification Preferences | 15 granular notification toggles | Customizing notifications |
| Language Preference | Preferred language code | Displaying the App in your language |
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
| Category | Data | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Device Information | Device platform (iOS/Android), FCM push notification token | Delivering push notifications |
| Authentication Tokens | Session tokens, OAuth tokens | Maintaining your login session |
| Usage Data | Timestamps of account creation, post creation, profile updates | App functionality |
2.3 Information from Third Parties
| Source | Data | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Google Sign-In | Google account email, name, profile photo URL, Google ID | Account authentication |
| Apple Sign-In | Apple ID email (may be relay address), name, Apple user ID | Account authentication |
2.4 Location Data
- Event locations: GPS coordinates (latitude/longitude) are collected when creating events to enable map-based discovery. This data is provided voluntarily by event creators.
- Profile location: A text-based location field, entered manually by you. We do not automatically detect or collect your physical location for profile purposes.
- Device location: The App may request access to your device's GPS to help you discover nearby events. Location access is optional and can be revoked at any time through your device settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|
| Providing and operating the App | Performance of contract |
| Creating and managing your account | Performance of contract |
| Enabling social features (following, messaging, clubs, events) | Performance of contract |
| Sending push notifications | Consent / Legitimate interest |
| Delivering messages from other users | Performance of contract |
| Displaying your public profile | Legitimate interest |
| Discovering events near your location | Consent |
| Improving the App and fixing issues | Legitimate interest |
| Enforcing our Terms and Conditions | Legitimate interest |
| Complying with legal obligations | Legal obligation |
We do not use your information for:
- Selling data to third parties
- Behavioral advertising or ad profiling
- Automated decision-making or profiling with legal effects
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 Publicly Visible Information
Depending on your privacy settings, the following may be visible to other users:
- Display name and username
- Profile avatar and bio
- Posts, comments, and reactions
- Club memberships
- Garage (if set to “public”)
- Event participation
You control your profile visibility (public/private) and garage visibility (public/followers only) through the App's settings.
4.2 Third-Party Service Providers
| Provider | Data Shared | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Supabase (backend) | All user data | Database hosting, authentication, file storage |
| Google Firebase (FCM) | Device token, notification payloads | Push notification delivery |
| Google (Sign-In) | Authentication tokens | Login via Google account |
| Apple (Sign-In) | Authentication tokens | Login via Apple account |
| Google Fonts | IP address (via HTTP request) | Loading typography |
These providers process data on our behalf under their respective privacy policies and data processing agreements.
4.3 Other Disclosures
We may disclose your information:
- When required by law, subpoena, or legal process
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of Carmundo or its users
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to affected users)
We will never sell your personal data to third parties.
5. Data Storage and Security
5.1 Where Your Data Is Stored
Your data is stored in cloud infrastructure provided by Supabase. Data may be processed in data centers located in the European Union or the United States.
5.2 How We Protect Your Data
We implement the following security measures:
- Encryption in transit: All data is transmitted over HTTPS/TLS
- Row Level Security (RLS): Database-level access controls ensure users can only access data they are authorized to view
- Password hashing: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms (managed by Supabase Auth)
- Authentication tokens: Secure, time-limited JWT tokens for session management
- Access controls: Private profiles, private clubs, and follower-only garages restrict data visibility
5.3 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that may compromise your personal information, we will:
- Notify affected users within 72 hours (as required by GDPR)
- Notify relevant supervisory authorities as required by law
- Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach
6. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account data | Until you delete your account |
| Posts, comments, reactions | Until you delete them or your account |
| Messages | Until you delete them (copies may remain in the other participant's history) |
| Event data | Until the event is deleted by the organizer |
| Club data | Until the club is deleted by the owner |
| Device tokens (FCM) | Updated on each app launch; deleted on account deletion |
| Notification preferences | Until you change them or delete your account |
After account deletion, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
7. Your Rights
7.1 Rights Under GDPR (for EU/EEA Users)
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Access | Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you |
| Rectification | Request correction of inaccurate personal data |
| Erasure | Request deletion of your personal data |
| Restriction | Request restriction of processing of your personal data |
| Portability | Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format |
| Objection | Object to processing based on legitimate interest |
| Withdraw Consent | Withdraw consent for processing based on consent at any time |
7.2 Rights Under CCPA (for California Users)
California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- Request deletion of personal information
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data)
- Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
7.3 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, you may:
- Use the account deletion feature in the App (Settings → Delete Account)
- Contact us at hello@carmundo.com
We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at hello@carmundo.com.
9. Cookies and Local Storage
The App does not use browser cookies. However, we use:
| Technology | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Shared Preferences | Storing your app settings locally (theme, language, onboarding) |
| Cached Network Images | Caching images for faster loading |
| Secure Storage | Storing authentication tokens securely |
This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
10. Push Notifications
We use Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to send push notifications. When you grant notification permissions:
- A device token is generated and stored on our servers
- We use this token to send you relevant notifications about activity (likes, comments, follows, messages, events, clubs)
- You can customize which notifications you receive through the App's notification settings
- You can disable push notifications at any time through your device's system settings
Your device token is updated each time you open the App and is deleted when you delete your account.
11. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the region where our servers are hosted, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in a different country. We ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where required
- Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
- Other appropriate safeguards
12. Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing them with your personal information.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes:
- We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this document
- We may notify you through the App or via email
- Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
14. Data Protection Officer
If you have questions or concerns about our data practices, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at hello@carmundo.com.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: hello@carmundo.com
16. Supervisory Authority
If you are located in the EU/EEA and believe we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.
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