Avalinks Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 5, 2026

Avalinks – Business Directory App

1. Introduction

Avalinks (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the Avalinks business directory mobile application and related services (the “App”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

By using Avalinks, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Email address (via Firebase Authentication)
• User profile information (if voluntarily provided)
• Profile image (optional)

Users may choose to leave profile images blank.

2.2 Business Listing Information

If you create a business listing, we may collect:

• Business name
• Business address
• Business phone number
• Business contact information (such as email or website)
• Business description
• Business-related images (if uploaded)

Business contact information, including phone numbers, is collected solely for the purpose of displaying business listings within the directory.

Business information submitted by users may be publicly visible within the Avalinks directory.

2.3 Technical Information

Avalinks uses secure third-party infrastructure provided by Firebase services operated by Google for authentication and database storage.

Services used include:

• Firebase Authentication
• Firebase Firestore Database

Avalinks does not use:

• Google Analytics
• Firebase Analytics
• Crashlytics
• Behavioral tracking tools

We do not collect device tracking data for advertising purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage user accounts
• Allow users to create and manage business listings
• Display business information in the directory
• Maintain app functionality and database operations
• Respond to support inquiries

Avalinks does not sell, rent, or trade user data to third parties.

Avalinks does not use personal data for targeted advertising.

4. Data Storage and Security

Avalinks uses secure cloud infrastructure provided through Firebase services for authentication and database storage.

Data is stored on secure servers managed through Firebase infrastructure.

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect user information.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure.

We retain user data only as long as necessary to provide the services described in this policy or comply with legal obligations.

4.1 International Data Transfers

Avalinks operates as a global platform and may be accessed by users from multiple countries.

Information collected through the Avalinks application may be processed or stored on secure cloud infrastructure provided by third-party service providers such as Firebase.

By using the Avalinks platform, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence where data protection laws may differ.

Avalinks takes reasonable steps to ensure that user information is handled securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

5. Data Sharing

Avalinks does not share personal data with third parties except in the following cases:

• When required by law
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect the security and integrity of our services

Business listing information submitted by users may be publicly visible within the Avalinks directory and accessible to users worldwide.

Business information submitted to the Avalinks directory, including business contact details such as phone numbers, email addresses, and business addresses, may be publicly accessible to users of the platform.

Avalinks does not sell personal data and does not use personal information for targeted advertising.

Avalinks is not responsible for how publicly available business contact information is used by third parties outside the platform.

6. Third-Party Services

Avalinks relies on secure third-party infrastructure providers such as Firebase to support authentication and data storage.

These services may process limited data necessary for the operation of the application.

7. User Rights (Global Compliance)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account
• Withdraw consent to data processing

Users may permanently delete their account directly within the app.

For additional data requests, contact:

Email: avalinksservices@gmail.com

Requests will be processed within a reasonable timeframe.

8. Children’s Privacy

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

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that such information has been collected, it will be deleted immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updates will be reflected by a revised date and published within the app or on the website.

Continued use of Avalinks after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: avalinksservices@gmail.com