Privacy Policy for K-Cafe Finder
Last Updated: October 20, 2025
Thank you for trusting K-Cafe Finder, the app that helps you discover the best cafes in South Korea with ease and safety. We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in compliance with international laws such as GDPR and COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act). This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data. For any questions, contact us at: eslamegyp@gmail.com.
1. What Information Do We Collect?
We only collect data necessary to provide an efficient service:

Location Data: Used to show nearby cafes (e.g., filtered by city or weather). This data is not visible to other users and is not shared with third parties.
Device Data: Such as device type, version, and advertising ID (e.g., Google Advertising ID) to improve ads and user experience.
User Content: If you upload cafe photos (e.g., in the "Daily Surprise" section), we store them temporarily on our servers for your view only, then delete them after 30 days.
Usage Data: Your activity in the app (e.g., pages visited) to enhance the service, without linking it to your personal name.

We do NOT collect: Your name, email, or any sensitive personal data unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., when contacting us).
2. How Do We Use Your Data?

Service Delivery: To display nearby cafes, filters, and maps (e.g., Google Maps).
App Improvement: Analyse usage to add new features (e.g., prayer times or tourism sections).
Advertising: Display personalized ads from partners (e.g., Google Ads) based on anonymized data to improve relevance, without selling your data.
Security: To detect unauthorized attempts.

3. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell your data: It is not shared with commercial or advertising entities personally.
Technical Partners: We use services like Google Maps and Islamic Finder for maps and prayer times, and they adhere to their own privacy policies (review them).
Authorities: Only if legally required (e.g., in investigations).
Ads: Third-party companies (e.g., Google) may collect anonymized data for ads, but we do not directly control this.

4. Child Safety & COPPA
K-Cafe Finder is intended for adults (rated 12+ years) and does not target children under 13. We fully comply with COPPA:

No Child Data Collection: If you are under 13, please do not use the app. Parents can monitor child usage and stop it.
No Inappropriate Content: The app features general cafes, maps, and educational videos only (no child-targeted ads).
Extra Protection: We use SSL encryption for data, and we do not request any personal data from children. If a violation is detected, we delete the data immediately.
For Parents: Use device settings to control access and contact us at eslamegyp@gmail.com for any concerns.

If your child uses the app, please register as a parent for additional support.
5. Data Security

Storage: Your data is stored on secure servers (AWS or Google Cloud) with AES-256 encryption.
Deletion: You can request data deletion anytime via eslamegyp@gmail.com (we delete it within 30 days).
Access: Only a limited development team accesses it, with security logs.

6. Your Rights

Access/Modify/Delete: Contact us to view or delete your data.
Objection: You can object to data processing (e.g., ads).
Complaints: If in the EU, contact your local data protection authority.

7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy; we will notify you in-app or via email (if provided). Continued use means acceptance of changes.
8. Contact Us
For inquiries, email: eslamegyp@gmail.com.
Full Privacy Page: https://www.e-droid.net/privacy.php?ida=3786812&idl=en
Thank you for using K-Cafe Finder – we hope it helps you discover the best cafes in Korea safely!

Short App Description (For Google Play / App Store)
K-Cafe Finder is your #1 app for cafe lovers in South Korea! Discover 1000+ top cafes in Seoul, Busan, Jeju & more – with filters by city, weather, and ratings. Get instant maps, Instagram links, and a "Daily Secret Cafe" for adventure. Perfect for tourists & locals – download now and explore Korea with a cup of coffee!
Category: Travel & Local

Full App Description (Detailed for Store & Marketing)
K-Cafe Finder – Your Ultimate Cafe Guide in South Korea
Welcome to K-Cafe Finder, the perfect app for coffee lovers and cafe explorers in South Korea! Whether you're a tourist hunting Instagram-worthy cafes in Seoul or a local seeking a new spot in Busan, this app makes cafe discovery fun and effortless.
Key Features:

Comprehensive Cafe List: Over 1000 cafes in Seoul, Busan, Jeju, and Incheon. Filter by city (Seoul, Busan, Jeju), weather (sunny, rainy), and ratings (stars).
Daily Secret Cafe: A new surprise cafe every day with photos, description, and tips – for daily adventure!
Maps & Directions: Direct links to Google Maps for easy navigation.
Built-in Tourist Guide: General info about Korea, top 10 attractions (e.g., Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jeju Island), YouTube videos (top 5 guides for 2025), and transport options (KTX, metro, taxi).
Prayer Times: Accurate prayer schedules for Seoul (auto-updated daily), with links to nearest mosques.
Language Switch: Arabic & English support with one tap.

Why K-Cafe Finder?

For Tourists: Complete guide to cultural and trendy cafes, with transport tips and nearby attractions.
For Locals: Daily filters for new and surprise spots.
Safe & Private: We only collect location for display (not shared) and fully comply with COPPA for child safety (rated 12+).

App Category: Travel & Local – A tourist guide for cafes, attractions, and transport in South Korea.
Requirements: Android 5.0+ · Free with ads (not child-targeted).
Download now and explore Korea with a cup of coffee! ☕🇰🇷
Developer: E-Slam Egy | Email: eslamegyp@gmail.com | Privacy: https://www.e-droid.net/privacy.php?ida=3786812&idl=en
Note: The app uses public data and external links (e.g., Google Maps, YouTube, Islamic Finder) for accuracy and safety. We are not responsible for changes in external services.