Privacy Policy

Overview

Next is a local marketplace app. This policy explains what we collect, why we use it, and your choices. By using Next, you agree to this policy.

Information we collect

• Phone number — to create your account and sign you in (Uganda +256).
• Profile details — display name and optional contact info you add when posting.
• Listings — item photos, titles, descriptions, prices, and location you choose to publish.
• Messages — chats between buyers and sellers about listings.
• Device token — for push notifications (new items, requests, messages) if you allow notifications.
• Usage data — basic logs needed to run the service (errors, security).

How we use information

• Show listings and requests to other users in the marketplace.
• Send notifications you have opted into.
• Prevent abuse, scams, and keep the platform safe.
• Improve the app and fix technical problems.

Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. Information you post publicly (listings, requests) is visible to other users. We use trusted providers to host the app and deliver notifications (for example cloud hosting and Firebase Cloud Messaging).

Your choices

• Turn off push notifications in your phone settings at any time.
• Delete your listings or requests from the app.
• Request account deletion at /delete-account.

Children

Next is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

Contact

Questions about privacy? Contact us through Support.