Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Walking in Their Footsteps ("we", "our", or "us"), operated by Digital Battlefields (Worldwide) Ltd, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our web application and mobile app (collectively, the "Service").

2. Camera Permission

Our app requests access to your device's camera solely to enable the "Identify Location" feature, which allows you to photograph a battlefield site and have it identified using AI image recognition. Camera images are:

• Uploaded to our secure servers only when you explicitly trigger the identification feature.
• Processed by AI services to identify the location.
• Not stored permanently unless you choose to submit them as a community contribution.
• Never used for advertising, tracking, or shared with third parties without your consent.

You may deny camera access and still use all other features of the app.

3. Location Data

We request access to your device's location to provide GPS-triggered audio narrations and to show nearby battlefield sites. Location data is:

• Used only while the app is in use (foreground access).
• Not stored on our servers unless you opt into progress tracking.
• Never sold or shared with advertisers.

4. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Account information: Name and email address when you register.
• Usage data: Pages visited, locations explored, and audio played, to personalise your experience.
• Device information: Device type, operating system, and app version for diagnostics.
• Photos: Only when you use the Identify Location feature or submit community content.

5. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve the Service.
• To personalise your tour recommendations and progress tracking.
• To send optional email updates (you may unsubscribe at any time).
• To comply with legal obligations.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

• Service providers: Cloud hosting, payment processing (Stripe), and AI services, under strict data processing agreements.
• Legal authorities: When required by law.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time via the "Delete Account" option in My Account settings, or by contacting us at privacy@digitalbattlefields.com.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten").
• Object to or restrict processing of your data.
• Data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@digitalbattlefields.com.

10. Security

We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption and access controls to protect your data. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your personal information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or an in-app notice. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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