Last Updated: 11/10/2025
Introduction
Welcome to Stary Travel Planning (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address (for Email/Password authentication)
- Display name (if using Google Sign-In)
- User ID (automatically generated by Firebase Authentication)
- Profile information (name, profile picture you choose to upload)
Trip Data
We collect and store information you provide when using the app:
- Trip details: trip names, destinations, dates, descriptions
- Travel activities: flight details, restaurant reservations, attraction bookings, accommodation information, transportation details
- Preferences: travel preferences, things you enjoy, things you don’t like
- Images: photos you upload related to your trips
- Notes: any notes or additional information you add to your trips
Technical Information
We automatically collect certain information:
- Device information: device type, operating system version
- App usage data: features used, screens viewed (via Firebase Analytics)
- Authentication data: sign-in method, last sign-in time
- Crash reports: error logs if the app crashes (to improve stability)
Third-Party Services
- Google Maps API: For travel time calculations and location services
- ML Kit: For text recognition from screenshots
- If you sign in with Google:
- – We receive your email address and display name from Google
- – We do not have access to your Google password
- – Google’s Privacy Policy also applies
How We Use Your Information
Core Functionality
- Account Management: Creating and managing your user account
- Trip Management: Storing and syncing your travel plans across devices
- Cloud Backup: Automatically backing up your trip data to prevent data loss
- Multi-Device Access: Enabling you to access your trips from any device
App Improvement
- Analytics: Understanding how users interact with the app to improve features
- Bug Fixes: Identifying and resolving technical issues
- Performance: Optimizing app speed and reliability
Personalization
- Recommendations: Providing personalized travel suggestions based on your preferences
- AI Features: Using your preferences to improve Stary AI recommendations
Data Storage and Security
Cloud Storage
Your data is stored using Google Firebase services:
- Firebase Authentication: Securely manages user accounts
- Firebase Firestore: Stores trip data and user preferences in the cloud
- Firebase Storage: Stores profile pictures you upload
- Firebase Analytics: Collects anonymous usage statistics
Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- Secure Authentication: Password-based and OAuth 2.0 authentication
- User Isolation: Each user’s data is isolated and accessible only to them
- Firestore Security Rules: Database-level access controls prevent unauthorized access
Data Location
Your data is stored on Google’s secure servers. The primary data center location is: US-Central (Iowa, USA)
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT Sell Your Data
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Service Providers
We share data only with trusted service providers necessary for app functionality:
- Google Firebase: For authentication, cloud storage, and analytics
- Google Cloud Platform: For infrastructure and hosting
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Court orders or legal processes
- Requests from law enforcement or government authorities
- Protection of our rights, property, or safety
Business Transfers
If Stary Travel Planning is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your data is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
Third-Party Services
Google Maps API
- Purpose: Travel time and location services
- Data Shared: Departure and arrival points only (no personal data)
- Policy: Governed by Google’s Privacy Policy
ML Kit (Text Recognition)
- Purpose: Extract text from screenshots
- Processing: Fully local, on your device
- Data: No external transfers
Stary AI Engine
We use our own proprietary Stary AI engine for travel recommendations. This AI runs locally on your device and does not send data to external services:
- Local processing: All AI recommendations are generated on your device
- No external API calls: Your preferences never leave your device for AI processing
- Privacy-first: Your travel preferences stay private and secure
- Machine learning: The AI learns from your choices to improve recommendations over time
Google Sign-In
If you use Google Sign-In, Google’s Privacy Policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Firebase (Google)
We use Google Firebase services. Their privacy policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access: View all data we have about you
- Update: Modify your profile information and trip data
- Delete: Remove your account and all associated data
- Export: Download your trip data
How to Exercise Your Rights
Delete Your Account:
1. Sign in to the Stary app
2. Go to Profile → Settings
3. Select “Delete Account”
4. Confirm deletion
Update Information:
- Edit directly in the app under Profile settings
Data Retention
- Active Accounts: We retain your data as long as your account is active
- Deleted Accounts: Data is permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion
- Backup Copies: Backup copies are removed within 90 days
Permissions Used
- Camera: Capture screenshots of travel documents
- Storage: Save and access screenshots
- Location (Optional): For location-based features only
- Internet: Needed for Google Maps API and AI features
Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Stary Travel Planning is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information from our systems.
International Users (GDPR Compliance)
If you are accessing the app from the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Consent: You agree to this Privacy Policy when using the app
- Contract: Processing is necessary to provide the service
- Legitimate Interests: Improving the app and ensuring security
GDPR Rights
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Right to Restrict Processing**: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Right to Object: Object to certain processing activities
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Say no to the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Access your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Equal service and price (we will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights)
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information:
- We will notify you within 72 hours of discovering the breach
- We will explain what data was affected
- We will describe steps we are taking to resolve the issue
- We will provide recommendations to protect yourself
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. You will be notified through:
- Updates posted within the app
- A revised “Last Updated” date
- In-app notifications
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out:
📧 Email: info@cometarigroup.com
🌐 Website: cometarigroup.com
Consent
By using Stary Travel Planning, you consent to:
- This Privacy Policy
- Collection and use of your information as described
- Transfer of data to Google Firebase servers
- If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app.
Legal Information
This Privacy Policy is governed by applicable data protection laws. If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain effective.
Effective Date: 11/10/2025
Version: 1.2