Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
Introduction
PastPath ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website (pastpath.app) and mobile application. Please read this policy carefully. By using PastPath, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information: • Account Information: When you create an account (including via Google Sign-In), we collect your name, email address, and profile picture. • User Content: Places, routes, comments, ratings, and other content you submit to the platform. • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our services, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the platform. • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and IP address. • Location Data: With your consent, we may collect your approximate location to provide location-based features.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information: • Google Sign-In: For authentication purposes. Google may collect data according to their privacy policy. • Google AdSense: We display advertisements through Google AdSense, which uses cookies and similar technologies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing activity. You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings. • Leaflet/OpenStreetMap: For map functionality. These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We and our third-party partners use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. These are used for authentication, preferences, analytics, and advertising purposes. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to: • Provide, maintain, and improve our services • Authenticate your identity and manage your account • Personalize your experience on PastPath • Communicate with you about updates, features, and support • Display relevant advertisements • Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform • Ensure the security and integrity of our services • Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances: • With service providers who assist us in operating our platform (hosting, analytics, advertising) • When required by law or to respond to legal processes • To protect the rights, property, or safety of PastPath, our users, or the public • With your consent or at your direction Public content you create (routes, place submissions, comments) may be visible to other users. Please note that all places, routes, and recommendations on PastPath are user-generated content and do not constitute endorsement, advertising, or promotion by PastPath.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our services. If you request account deletion, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data: • Access: Request a copy of your personal data • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data • Portability: Request transfer of your data • Objection: Object to processing of your data • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Children's Privacy
PastPath is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of PastPath after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at: Email: [email protected] Location: Istanbul, Turkey