Privacy policy

Privacy Policy — Caminos, My Angel and Caminos PT

Last updated: August 6, 2025

The Caminos app respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, store and share information.

1. Data we collect

The app may access precise location (GPS) and approximate location (mobile network/Wi-Fi) to suggest routes, show nearby places and provide location-based features. It also accesses the Internet connection and network status to ensure correct operation.

2. How we use data

Data is used to provide location-based features, ensure the app operates correctly and display relevant advertising through Google AdMob.

3. Sharing with third parties

We use Google AdMob to display ads. Google may collect information, including location and device identifiers, to personalize advertising. Read Google's policy for partner sites and apps.

4. Data security

We apply appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, misuse or disclosure.

5. User consent and control

You may manage location permissions through your device settings. Some features may not work correctly without location access.

6. Policy updates

This policy may be updated periodically. Significant changes will be communicated in the app or through appropriate means.

7. Contact

Questions about privacy may be sent to geral@caminos.pt.

Privacy Policy — Albergues App

Last updated: February 26, 2026

The Albergues App is provided by Caminos.pt exclusively to partner hostels. It supports item delivery records, delivery history, aggregated usage statistics and the internal management of the partnership program.

Data collected

The app may collect partner hostel identification, item delivery records and technical usage information such as app events and aggregated statistics.

It does not collect user location, pilgrims' personal data, sensitive information, health data or payment data.

Legal basis and use

Processing is based on the partnership relationship and the legitimate interest in usage analysis and service improvement. Data is used solely for app operation, aggregated statistics, partnership monitoring and platform improvement.

Sharing, retention and security

Data is not sold or shared for commercial purposes. Essential technical services such as hosting or analytics may be used. Data is kept only for the period required to operate the program and meet legal obligations, with appropriate protection against unauthorized access, loss or misuse.

User rights

Partner hostels may request access, rectification, deletion where applicable and restriction of processing through geral@caminos.pt.