Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 31, 2026

BackHike ("we", "our", "us") is operated by ADCX LAB. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Information We Collect

• Account info: Name, email, profile photo (via Google or Apple Sign-In)
• Location data: GPS coordinates during active hikes for safety tracking
• Emergency contacts: Names and phone numbers you provide
• Health info: Blood type and allergies (optional, for emergency responders)
• Photos: Check-in/checkout selfies stored locally on your device

How We Use Your Data

• Track your hike route for safety purposes
• Alert your emergency contacts if you are overdue
• Display weather information at your location
• Improve app performance and fix bugs

Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. Location data is shared only with your designated emergency contacts when you are overdue or trigger SOS. We use:

• Google Sign-In / Apple Sign-In for authentication
• OpenWeatherMap for weather data (your coordinates are sent to retrieve weather)
• OpenStreetMap Overpass API for trail data (your coordinates are sent to find nearby trails)
• Google AdMob for displaying ads to free users (subject to Google's privacy policy)

Data Storage

Your data is stored securely on AWS infrastructure (DynamoDB, S3) in the Asia Pacific region. Selfie photos remain on your device only.

Your Rights

You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from the app settings. Contact us at privacy@backhike.com for data requests.

Children

BackHike is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

Changes

We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with an updated date.

Contact

Email: privacy@backhike.com