Privacy Policy
Last updated: 4/27/2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to HostelWalay. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our application.
2. Information We Collect
- Personal details such as name, email, and phone number
- Account information when you register or log in
- Hostel listings, images, and content you upload
- Device information and usage data (for app improvement)
3. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage user accounts
- To display hostel listings and related content
- To improve app performance and user experience
- To enable communication between users and hostel owners
- To provide location-based hostel search results
4. Device Permissions
Our app may request the following permissions to provide core features:
- Camera – Used to allow users to capture and upload hostel images or profile pictures.
- Photo Library / Storage Access – Used to select images from the device gallery for uploads.
- Location (Foreground) – Used to show nearby hostels and improve search results based on your current location.
These permissions are only requested when required by a feature you choose to use. We do not access camera, photos, or location in the background or without user action.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited data only:
- With hostel owners when you contact them
- With service providers (hosting, analytics, etc.)
- When required by law
6. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Cookies & Analytics
We may use cookies and analytics tools to improve app performance and understand user behavior. This data is anonymized where possible.
8. Your Rights
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of data
- Withdraw consent for permissions at any time
9. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as authentication, analytics, or hosting providers. These services have their own privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, contact us at:
Email: support@hostelwalay.pk