Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Information We Collect

When you use EcoMitram, we collect the following information:

  • Profile information — your name, profile photo, and optional bio provided during sign-up or profile editing.
  • Posts and content — photos, text, and hashtags you share on the platform.
  • Location data — country, state, and district, used to power scoreboards and leaderboards. Required for users in India so activity can be mapped to a district.
  • Eco points and activity — participation records in campaigns, challenges, and quizzes.

Authentication

We use Firebase Authentication (Google sign-in) to verify your identity. We receive your email address and display name from Google. We do not store your Google password.

File Storage

Photos and media you upload are stored on DigitalOcean Spaces, a secure cloud storage service. Images are served through an image proxy for optimization.

Third-Party Services

We currently do not use any third-party analytics or tracking services. The only external services are Firebase Authentication and DigitalOcean Spaces as described above.

How We Use Your Data

  • To provide and improve the EcoMitram platform.
  • To display your posts, eco points, and leaderboard rankings.
  • To send push notifications (if you opt in).
  • To generate certificates for completed campaigns.

Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties. Your posts and profile are visible to other EcoMitram users as part of the community experience.

Data Retention and Deletion

Your data is retained as long as your account is active. To request data deletion, contact us at [email protected]. We will delete your account and associated data within 30 days of your request.

Security

We use HTTPS for all connections, JWT tokens stored in httpOnly cookies for authentication, and follow security best practices including input validation and rate limiting.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact

For questions about this privacy policy, contact us at [email protected].