Privacy Policy | Lebanon 2

1. Introduction

Lebanon 2 ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website app.lebanon2.io and lebanon2.io. We are a map-based digital economy and civic platform that connects users with real-time activities, infrastructure reports, and commercial opportunities across Lebanon.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data. By accessing or using Lebanon 2, you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Data: When you register, we collect your email address, name, and password.
Mobile Verification: For specific high-trust actions (e.g., posting real estate, rentals, or civic alerts), we collect and verify your Lebanese mobile number to prevent spam and bots.
User-Generated Content: We collect the text, images, and details you provide when you create a post (e.g., a traffic report, a parking spot listing, or an event).
Financial Information: If you purchase digital Tiles or pay for Guest Posts, payment details are collected by our secure third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe). We do not store your full credit card numbers on our servers.

2.2 Location Data (GPS)

Location data is a core component of Lebanon 2. When you attempt to post a civic alert (such as Traffic, Municipality Issues, or Safety Alerts), the platform will request access to your device's precise GPS location. This is required to enforce our proximity rules (e.g., verifying you are within 300m of the reported traffic jam). We only ping your location when you actively initiate a location-based post. We do not track your movements in the background.

2.3 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the platform, we automatically collect technical data including your IP address, browser type, device information, and interactions with the map (such as which tiles you click or filter).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To operate and maintain the interactive map and display your posts.
To verify your proximity for civic reporting, ensuring map integrity and fighting fake news.
To process transactions for Tile purchases and Guest Post fees.
To calculate and distribute the "Owner Revenue Share" to Tile owners when guests post on their digital land.
To communicate with you regarding your account, transactions, or customer support inquiries.
To prevent fraud, spam, and abuse on the platform.

4. The Public Nature of the Map

👉 Important Notice:

Lebanon 2 is a public digital street layer. When you submit a post (whether free or paid), the content—including photos, descriptions, contact methods (e.g., WhatsApp number for rentals), and the exact pinned location—is visible to all users and the general public on the map.

Do not include sensitive personal or financial information in your public posts or descriptions.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes. We only share information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services for database hosting (e.g., Supabase), payment processing, and SMS verification. They are obligated to protect your data.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by Lebanese law, court order, or if we believe it is necessary to protect the safety of the public or the integrity of the platform.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to maintain your active session, remember your map filters, and understand how users interact with our platform to improve performance. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may limit your ability to log in or use certain features of the map.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account remains active, specifically to maintain your ownership records of digital Tiles and your transaction history. Civic alerts (like traffic) are deleted or hidden automatically after their short lifespan expires. Paid commercial listings are hidden once their purchased duration ends.

You may request the deletion of your account; however, digital Tiles you purchased will be forfeited and returned to the platform in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

8. Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational security measures to protect your data, including encrypted databases and secure SSL connections. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security against advanced cyber threats.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or personal data, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@lebanon2.io
Country: Lebanon