Privacy Policy

Lakaw – Travel Reels Social Platform
Effective Date: February 23, 2026

Lakaw (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the Lakaw mobile application and related services (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our platform.

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

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect the following information when you create an account or use our services:

• Full name

• Username

• Email address

• Phone number

• Profile photo and bio

• Travel reels, photos, videos, captions

• Messages (direct and group chats)

• Comments and interactions

• Location tags you choose to add

• Payment information for in-app purchases

If you sign in using Google or Facebook, we may collect basic profile information associated with those accounts.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the app, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (model, OS version, device ID)

• IP address

• Log data

• App usage data (views, likes, interactions)

• Location data (if enabled)

• Push notification tokens (via OneSignal)

1.3 Location Information

If you enable location services, we collect:

• Exact or approximate location data

• Location tags attached to reels

• Geographical browsing preferences

You may disable location access at any time in your device settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account

• Enable reel creation, editing, and sharing

• Provide live streaming functionality

• Facilitate messaging and community interaction

• Personalize your content feed and recommendations

• Enable location-based discovery features

• Process in-app purchases

• Send push notifications

• Improve app performance and security

• Prevent fraud, abuse, and harmful activity

• Comply with legal obligations

3. Music & Audio Usage

Lakaw provides access to licensed music and audio tracks. Content created using our music library may be subject to licensing agreements. Users are responsible for complying with applicable copyright laws when uploading their own audio.

4. In-App Purchases & Payments

We may offer premium features, content boosts, or creator support options through in-app purchases.

Payments are processed through third-party payment providers (e.g., Apple App Store, Google Play, or integrated payment gateways). We do not store full credit/debit card details on our servers.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share information in the following circumstances:

• With service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processors, push notification services like OneSignal)

• With authentication providers (Google, Facebook)

• When required by law or legal process

• To protect the safety, rights, and integrity of our users and platform

• In the event of a business transfer, merger, or acquisition

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Content Visibility & Privacy Controls

You control:

• Who can view your reels

• Who can message you

• Who can comment on your content

• Blocked accounts

Public content may be visible to other users worldwide. Please use caution when sharing location-based information publicly.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account remains active or as necessary to:

• Provide services

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce agreements

• Comply with legal obligations

You may request deletion of your account at any time.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)

• Secure authentication systems

• Access controls

• Moderation tools to prevent abuse

However, no online platform is completely secure. We encourage users to maintain strong passwords and protect their accounts.

9. Children’s Privacy

Lakaw is not intended for children under 13 years old (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If we become aware of such data collection, we will take appropriate action to remove it.

10. International Users

Lakaw may operate globally. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer and processing of your data in countries where our servers or partners operate.

11. Your Rights

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

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to certain processing

• Withdraw consent

• Request data portability

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [Insert Support Email]

12. Third-Party Services

Lakaw may integrate third-party services including:

• Google Sign-In

• Facebook Login

• OneSignal (push notifications)

• Payment providers (Apple/Google)

These services have their own privacy policies governing their data practices.

13. Community Guidelines & Moderation

To maintain a safe environment:

• We monitor and moderate content

• We may remove content that violates policies

• Accounts engaging in harmful or illegal activity may be suspended or terminated

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted within the app and updated with a new effective date.

Continued use of the Service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: support@golakaw.com
Company Name: Lakaw
Website: https://golakaw.com