Privacy Policy — Thrifty Joe

Effective Date:

April 9, 2026

Last Updated:

April 9, 2026

Thrifty Joe ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information when you use the Thrifty Joe mobile application ("App").

1. Information We Collect

Location Data

Thrifty Joe requests access to your device's location to show you nearby thrift stores, coffee shops, and restaurants on the map. Location data is used in real time to power the map and nearby search features. We do not store your precise location on our servers.

User-Generated Content

If you post to the Deals & Finds community feed, we collect the content you submit, including photos, captions, store tags, and price information. This content is associated with your chosen username and is visible to other users of the App.

Usage Data

We may collect anonymous, aggregated usage data (such as which screens are visited most frequently) to improve the App experience. This data cannot be used to identify you individually.

Device Information

We may collect basic device information (operating system version, device model) solely for the purpose of diagnosing technical issues and ensuring compatibility.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Display nearby thrift stores, coffee shops, and restaurants relevant to your location

Power the community Deals & Finds feed

Save your Favorites, Trips, and personal settings locally on your device