Arealist Privacy Policy
Language: English (See Japanese)
Effective Date: February 6, 2026
1. Information We Collect
Information collected
- Location information (GPS coordinates, area boundary data)
- Activity records (visited places, dates and times, duration of stay, etc.)
- Map data (custom markers, area information)
- Photos/Image data (images associated with areas)
- Device information (OS, device type, app version)
- Information necessary for ad delivery such as advertising identifiers
- App usage status (screen transitions, frequency of feature usage, etc.)
- App crash information and error logs
Method of collection
- Direct input by the user
- Automatic acquisition by GPS/location services
- Image loading from camera/photo library
- Automatic collection by the app (SDKs for analysis, advertising, crash analysis, etc.)
2. Use of Location Information
This app uses location information as a main feature:
- Displaying current location and checking on the map
- Automatic detection and recording of areas
- History management of visited areas
- Boundary setting of custom areas
Timing of location acquisition
- Acquired only while using the app (we do not acquire in the background)
- Only when the user enables the location information function
- Use of location information can be disabled from settings at any time
3. Purpose of Use
- Providing area management and recording functions
- Providing map display and navigation functions
- Management and visualization of activity history
- Analysis for service improvement (UI/UX improvement, bug fixes, etc.)
- Ad delivery and effectiveness measurement
- Support and inquiry response
4. Sharing and Provision of Information
Provision to third parties
In principle, we do not provide personal information to third parties. In particular, location information is saved only on the device and is not sent to external servers.
Exceptional provision
- When required by law
- When there is user consent
5. Information Protection
Security measures
- Data encryption
- Appropriate access control
- Secure storage in local storage
6. Camera and Photo Library Permissions
This app requests access to the camera and photo library for the following purposes:
- Taking photos related to areas
- Associating existing photos with areas
- Photo data is saved only on the device and is not sent externally
- Permissions are not used unless these functions are used
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
This app may use the following technologies:
- Saving in-app settings
- Optimization of ad delivery (use of advertising identifiers, etc.)
- Improvement of user experience
8. Use of External Services
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Google AdMob (Google LLC) - Privacy Policy
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OpenStreetMap (Map data provision) - Privacy Policy
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Flutter Map (Map display library) - Open source library
9. User Rights
- Right to view data
- Right to delete data
- Right to correct data
- Right to stop using location information
10. Data Retention Period
- Location information/Area data: Until app deletion
- Photo data: Until deleted by the user
- Log data: In principle, 1 year
11. Account Deletion
11.1 How to delete
Users can delete their account and all data by the following method:
- Open the app
- Open the settings screen
- Select "Delete Data"
- Tap "Delete" on the confirmation screen
11.2 Data to be deleted
The following data will be completely deleted by account deletion:
- All location information records
- All area data
- Activity history
- Associated photo data
- User settings
11.3 Notes
- Deleted data cannot be restored
- The deletion process is executed immediately
- The app will not be usable after deletion
11.4 Inquiries
If you have any questions regarding account deletion, please contact us at:
Email: kensyumi.app@gmail.com
12. Use by Minors
Consent from a guardian is required for those under 13 years old.
13. Contact Us
14. Changes to Policy
This policy is subject to change without notice. Important changes will be announced within the app.