Privacy Policy

Last updated: 10:56 BST, 9th July 2026

At SevnMaps ("we", "us", "our"), we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when using our app and website.

By using SevnMaps, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you create an account or use SevnMaps, you may provide:

  • Name, username or display name
  • Email address
  • Profile picture
  • Password (stored securely by our authentication provider)
  • Saved places
  • Collections and lists
  • Notes
  • Reviews
  • Photos you upload
  • Support requests or feedback

Location Information

With your permission, we may collect your device's location to:

  • Show your current location on the map
  • Help you discover nearby places
  • Improve recommendations
  • Enable location-based features

You can disable location access at any time through your device settings.

Automatically Collected Information

When you use SevnMaps, we may automatically collect:

  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Browser type
  • IP address
  • App version
  • Crash reports
  • Performance information
  • Usage analytics
  • Approximate region

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you signed in
  • Remember your preferences
  • Improve performance
  • Understand how our services are used

You can manage cookies anytime through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide the SevnMaps service
  • Create and manage your account
  • Save your collections and places
  • Synchronise data across your devices
  • Recommend places you may enjoy
  • Improve app performance
  • Respond to support requests
  • Detect fraud and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Companies that help us operate SevnMaps, including:

  • Cloud hosting providers (e.g. Vercel)
  • Authentication providers (e.g. Neon)
  • Analytics providers (e.g. Vercel, Neon)
  • Payment processors (e.g. Stripe)
  • Customer support tools

These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or if necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect users
  • Prevent fraud
  • Protect our rights

4. Public Content

Some information may be publicly visible depending on your privacy settings, including:

  • Username
  • Profile picture
  • Public lists
  • Reviews
  • Uploaded places

Private lists remain visible only to people you choose.

5. Data Retention

We keep your information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Meet legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

If you delete your account, we will immediately delete or anonymise your personal information unless we are legally required to retain it.

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights including:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your information
  • Restrict certain processing
  • Object to certain processing
  • Receive a copy of your data
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

7. Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption in transit using HTTPS
  • Secure authentication
  • Regular security updates

However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

SevnMaps is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Services

SevnMaps may contain links to third-party websites or integrate third-party services.

Their privacy practices are governed by their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices.

10. International Transfers

Your information may be processed or stored in countries outside your own.

Where required by law, we take appropriate safeguards to protect your information during international transfers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When any changes are made, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, for significant changes, notify you through the app or by email.

Continued use of SevnMaps after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us.

Email: support@sevnmaps.com

13. UK GDPR and EU GDPR

If you are located in the United Kingdom or EEA (European Economic Area), SevnMaps processes your personal information under one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Our legitimate interests, provided these do not override your rights

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your information has been processed unlawfully.

14. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws, including the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request access to your personal information

We do not sell your personal information.

Thank you for using SevnMaps and trusting us with your adventures.