privacy policy for deerbie
Effective Date 06/17/2026
Company: Deerrbie LLC
App: Deerbie
1. Overview
Deerbie ("we," "our," or "us") operates a community-driven, location-based mobile application that allows users to share and view real-time reports about animals, road blocks, police activity, hazards, and other location-based observations. The app also includes designated safety zones such as "Safe Zones" to help users navigate their surroundings more safely.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use Deerbie.
By using the Deerbie app, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We may collect the following information when you use Deerbie:
* Account information (such as name, email, address, or username if sign-up is enabled)
* Content you submit (e.g., location reports, comment, tags, descriptions)
* Any feedback or support messages you send to us
2.2 Location information
* Precise GPS location (when enabled)
* Approximate location derived from your device
* Locations you manually submit in reports (e.g., animal sightings, roadblocks, hazards)
You can control location access through your device settings, but some features may not function properly without it.
2. 3 Device and Usage Data
We may collect:
* Device type, operating system, and app version
* App usage activity (features used, interactions, time spent)
* Crash logs and performance data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
* Display and share user-submitted location reports
* Improve safety features such as Safe Zones and Alerts
* Provide real-time , community-driven mapping functionality
* Maintain and improve app performance and reliability
* Detect and prevent misuse, fraud, or harmful activity
* Respond to user support requests
4. Community Content
Deerbie is built on user- generated content. Any location reports, comments, or submissions you make may be:
* Visible to others users in your area
* Associated with approximate location data
Please avoid sharing sensitive personal information in public posts
5. Firebase and Third-Party Services
Deerbie uses Google Firebase to power core functionality such as:
* Authentication (if enabled)
* Cloud database storage
* Analytics and crash reporting
* Push notifications
Firebase may process data according to its own privacy practices. We do not sell your data to third parties.
We may also use:
* Analytics tools to understand app usage
* Push notifications services to send alerts and updates
6. Location Sharing and Safety Feature
Deerbie relies on user-contributed and device-based location data to:
* Display nearby reports ( animals, roadblocks, police presence, hazards)
* Power Safe Zones and safety markers
* Provide situational awareness in real time
Location data is never sold, but may be shared with other users in anonymized or approximate form of functionality purposes.
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share information only in the following cases:
* With service providers (e.g., Firebase) to operate the app
* If required by law, regulation, pr legal process I*
* To protect the safety, rights, or security of users or the public
* In aggregated or anonymized from that cannot identify you
8. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to:
* Provide app functionality
*Maintain safety and reporting systems
*Comply with legal obligations
Data Security
* Secure Firebase infrastructure
*Access controls
*Encryption in transit where applicable
However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, and you use the app at your own risk
10. Children's Privacy
* Deerbie is not for kids, you must be 18 years or older to download the Deerbie app or the minimum legal age in your country. If we become aware of such data we will take steps to delete it.
11. Your rights and Choices
*Depending on your region, you may have the right to:
* Access your personal data
*Request correction or deletion
*Opt-out of certain data collection features (where applicable)
12. Changes to This Policy
* We may update this Privacy Policy time to time. Updates will be posted within the app or on our website, and the "Effective Date will be revised accordingly.
Continued use of the Deerbie after updates means you accept the revised policy.
13. Contact Us: support@deerbie.app or (704) 562-0252