Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

Hobbynest ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you use the Hobbynest mobile application, website, and related services.

By using Hobbynest, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. About Hobbynest

Hobbynest is a classified marketplace where users can buy, sell, and discover old coins, vintage banknotes, commemorative coins, medals, and other collectible items.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When using Hobbynest, you may provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Profile information

  • Listing details

  • Item descriptions

  • Photographs and images

  • Messages sent through the platform

  • Support requests

Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

  • Device information

  • Device identifiers

  • IP address

  • Operating system version

  • App version

  • Browser type

  • Usage statistics

  • Crash reports

  • Diagnostic information

Location Information

If permission is granted, we may collect approximate or precise location information to:

  • Display nearby listings

  • Improve search results

  • Enhance user experience

Location access can be disabled through your device settings.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Display and manage listings

  • Facilitate communication between users

  • Improve platform performance

  • Detect fraud and abuse

  • Respond to support requests

  • Analyze usage trends

  • Deliver advertisements

  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Advertising

Hobbynest may display advertisements from third-party advertising partners.

Advertising partners may use device identifiers and other information to provide relevant advertisements.

Facebook Audience Network

Hobbynest may use Facebook Audience Network to display advertisements.

Facebook Audience Network may collect information including:

  • Advertising identifiers

  • Device information

  • App activity

  • Usage data

Information collected by Facebook Audience Network is governed by Facebook's own privacy policies.

Google Advertising Services

Advertising providers may use advertising identifiers and similar technologies to measure ad performance and deliver relevant advertisements.

Users may manage advertising preferences through their device settings.

5. Analytics

We may use analytics services to understand how users interact with Hobbynest.

Analytics information may include:

  • App usage patterns

  • Device information

  • Session duration

  • Feature usage

  • Crash and performance data

This information helps improve our services and user experience.

6. User Listings and Public Information

Information included in listings may be publicly visible, including:

  • Username

  • Profile information

  • Listing descriptions

  • Listing photographs

  • General location information

  • Contact information chosen by the user

Users should exercise caution when sharing personal information publicly.

7. Communications Between Users

Hobbynest may facilitate communication between buyers and sellers.

Users are responsible for information they choose to share with other users.

We recommend avoiding the sharing of sensitive personal information unless necessary for completing a transaction.

8. Information Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Third-party providers assisting with:

  • Hosting

  • Analytics

  • Advertising

  • Customer support

  • Security services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or when necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect user safety

  • Prevent fraud

  • Protect our rights

Business Transfers

Information may be transferred in connection with a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or business restructuring.

9. Data Retention

We retain information as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes

  • Enforce agreements

Deleted accounts may have certain information retained where legally required.

10. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information.

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children's Privacy

Hobbynest is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to remove the information.

12. User Rights

Depending on applicable laws, users may have the right to:

  • Access personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Delete personal information

  • Restrict certain processing activities

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

13. Third-Party Services

Hobbynest may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

Users should review the privacy policies of those services independently.

14. International Users

Information may be processed and stored in locations where our service providers operate.

By using Hobbynest, you consent to such processing and storage.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updated versions will be posted within the application or website.

Continued use of Hobbynest after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact:

Hobbynest Support
Email: hello@99localads.in
Website: https://99localads.in

17. Consent

By installing, accessing, or using Hobbynest, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.