Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2, 2026

City Walkabout ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose information when you use the City Walkabout mobile application ("App").

By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 User Inputs

1.2 Device & Usage Information

We use analytics tools to improve the App. The following data may be collected:

We do not collect your name, email address, or any information that directly identifies you.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

3. Third-Party Services

We share certain data with trusted third-party services required to operate the App:

3.1 Maps & Location Services

Google Maps API is used to identify points of interest based on your starting location and interests. Your location and selected preferences are sent to Google to generate tour results.

3.2 AI Content Generation

OpenAI API is used to generate walking tour narrative content. Your selected interests, search radius, and nearby location data are sent to OpenAI to produce tour descriptions.

3.3 Analytics

Amplitude Analytics collects anonymized usage data to help us understand how the App is used and improve its features. No personally identifiable information is included in this data.

3.4 In-App Purchases

Subscription purchases are processed by Apple App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Payment information is handled entirely by Apple and Google and is not accessible to us. Purchase transactions are subject to their respective privacy policies.

We do not sell or share your personal data with advertisers or marketing agencies.

4. Data Retention

5. Your Rights & Data Requests

5.1 GDPR & CCPA Compliance

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Your rights include:

Because the App does not create user accounts, there is no account data to delete. For analytics opt-out or any other data request, contact us using the information in Section 9.

5.2 Children's Privacy & COPPA Compliance

The App is not directed at children under 13 (or under 16 in certain regions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information may contact us to request deletion.

We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) and GDPR-K (for minors in the EU).

5.3 U.S. State Age Verification Laws

Certain U.S. states, including Texas, Utah, and Louisiana, have introduced age verification requirements for app-based services. Because City Walkabout does not collect personal data, create user accounts, or include age-restricted or interactive social features, these laws do not materially apply to our service. If future updates introduce functionality that falls within those laws, we will update our practices and this Privacy Policy accordingly.

6. App Permissions

The App may request the following permission:

7. Security

All data transmitted between the App and third-party services is encrypted in transit using HTTPS and TLS (Transport Layer Security).

8. AI-Generated Content

City Walkabout uses OpenAI to generate walking tour content. We provide an in-app reporting tool for flagging inappropriate AI-generated content. If a violation is reported, we take prompt corrective action.

9. Contact Us

If you have privacy concerns, questions, or data requests, please contact us:

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted at this URL with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.