Privacy & Security
Our Commitment: Privacy First
At Forseti, we believe safety and privacy go hand-in-hand. We never sell your data, and we design every feature with your privacy in mind.
Data Collection
What We Collect
- Crime Data: Public incident data from Philadelphia PD and emergency services
- Location Data: Only when you explicitly enable location services
- User Reports: Incident reports you voluntarily submit
- Usage Analytics: Anonymous app usage data to improve our service
What We DON'T Collect
- ❌ Your browsing history outside Forseti
- ❌ Your contacts or messages
- ❌ Your photos (unless you choose to attach them to a report)
- ❌ Your personal conversations
Data Usage
We use your data exclusively to:
- Provide safety alerts relevant to your location
- Improve our AI prediction models
- Generate anonymized crime statistics
- Communicate important safety information
We Never:
- Sell your personal information
- Share your data with advertisers
- Track you across other websites
- Use your data for purposes you didn't consent to
Security Measures
Encryption
All data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256).
Authentication
Multi-factor authentication and secure password policies.
Access Controls
Strict role-based access with audit logging.
Regular Audits
Third-party security audits and penetration testing.
Your Rights
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of all data we have about you
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Export your data in a standard format
- Opt-Out: Disable location tracking or notifications anytime
Anonymous Reporting
We offer completely anonymous incident reporting. When you choose this option:
- No account required
- No location tracking
- No identifying information stored
- Reports still help improve community safety
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about our privacy practices or want to exercise your rights, please talk with Forseti. We typically respond within 48 hours.
Last Updated: December 9, 2025