Effective Date: October 21, 2025
Last Updated: October 21, 2025
Welcome to Bismaya Open Souq. Your privacy is important to us, and this Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the “App”).
By using Bismaya Open Souq, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our App.
When you use Bismaya Open Souq, we may collect the following information:
a. Personal Information
Name, email address, and profile details when you register.
Information you provide in your listings, including title, description, photos, and location.
Google account information if you log in using Google.
b. Usage Information
Your interactions with the App (e.g., searches, listings viewed, messages sent).
Device information such as IP address, device type, and operating system.
c. Location Information
With your consent, we may collect and use your location data to show nearby listings.
We use the collected information to:
Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
Allow you to create, manage, and display listings.
Enable communication between buyers and sellers.
Send notifications about messages, updates, or promotional offers.
Prevent fraud, enhance security, and ensure compliance with our Terms.
We respect your privacy. Your information may be shared only in the following cases:
With other users: when you post listings or contact buyers/sellers.
With service providers: who help us operate and improve our App.
For legal reasons: if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
You can edit or delete your account information at any time.
You can control app permissions, such as location access, through your device settings.
You may request deletion of your personal data by contacting us at info@bismayaopensouq.shop.
Our App is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
The App does not use any third-party services. However, if you log in with Google, your Google account information will be used for authentication purposes only. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of Google.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective once posted on the App, and your continued use means acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
📧 info@bismayaopensouq.shop
📍 Baghdad, Iraq