Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 6, 2026

1. Introduction

Roota ("we", "our app") is a smart travel assistant that allows you to discover historical sites. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app and web portal.

2. Information We Collect

• Account Information: When you register, we collect your first name, last name, and email address.
• Discovered Places: Historical and sponsored places you discover by visiting them are saved to our database and associated with your profile to award badges.
• Location Data: We use your device's location data to send notifications when you are within 1 km of historical sites and to detect discoveries. Your location data is not continuously tracked; it is processed in real-time only to calculate nearby places.
• Business Applications: For applications submitted via the web portal, we record the business name, contact information, and location coordinates.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To show you the nearest historical sites and businesses.
• To operate the badge and reward system.
• To manage subscriptions and premium features.
• To evaluate business applications and list them on the map.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Authentication, database, and data security.
• Google / Apple Maps: Location display and routing.
• Google Play / Apple App Store: Subscriptions and payment processing.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on Supabase servers. Unauthorized access is prevented using Supabase Row Level Security (RLS).

6. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your data as long as your account is active. You can permanently delete your account and all your data at any time through the in-app settings or by contacting our support team.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
info@roota.app