Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how KidsMap (https://kidsmap.az) collects, uses, stores, and protects user information across all language versions, including the directory of kids clubs, interactive map, forms, reviews, user dashboards, and associated features.

By using the site, the user confirms that they have reviewed this Policy. If separate consent is required for specific data processing under applicable laws, such consent is requested separately.

Merely browsing public pages does not constitute consent for types of processing that require explicit expression of intent.

KidsMap is an informational catalog and navigation platform for children's clubs, sports sections, creative studios, educational centers, specialists, and family events.

• search for children's activities and events by districts, metro stations, and interests;
• apply filters by age, category, and preferences;
• save favorite places to personal bookmarks;
• publish reviews, ratings, and feedback reactions;
• connect directly with venue management through contact buttons;
• list new venues and submit place management requests;
• update and maintain club information when authorized;

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, KidsMap is an independent information directory, is not the organizer of listed clubs, and does not provide educational or athletic services on their behalf.

KidsMap can be used by unregistered visitors, registered users (parents and legal guardians), users managing place listings (place creators and verified venue representatives), as well as platform moderators and administrators.

The platform is intended for adult users.

Minors should not transmit personal data through the platform without the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

• providing access to the catalog, map, search, and filters;
• account registration, login, and secure email verification via one-time code;
• saving favorite listings and publishing reviews;
• processing and moderating place submissions and management requests;
• enabling team collaboration on place listings for verified representatives;
• sending transactional service messages, support replies, and security notices;
• preventing spam, rating manipulation, fraud, and abuse;
• technical performance analysis, bug fixing, and UI enhancements;
• protecting the legal rights and security of users, the platform, and third parties;

• user consent provided during respective actions;
• delivering service features requested by the user;
• performance of terms of service;
• compliance with applicable legal obligations;
• legitimate interest in maintaining platform stability and security;

Users may withdraw their consent at any time by contacting our support team.

The site utilizes cookies and browser local storage strictly to ensure proper and secure functionality:

• technical session cookies for account authentication;
• security cookies preventing cross-site request forgery;
• storage of chosen language (AZ, RU, EN) and filter preferences;

Google Analytics web analytics is enabled in the current configuration, which means standard browser technical parameters and anonymized analytical identifiers may be processed when pages are viewed and features are used.

Users can manage or disable cookies in their browser settings, though this may affect dashboard login capabilities.

KidsMap gathers aggregated product analytics to understand catalog usage and improve user convenience:

• page and place listing view counts;
• popularity of search terms and district/category filters;
• number of clicks on direct contact buttons (Call, WhatsApp, Social links);

Google Analytics web analytics is enabled in the current configuration, which means standard browser technical parameters and anonymized analytical identifiers may be processed when pages are viewed and features are used.

KidsMap uses coordinates to render venues on city maps, filter by districts and metro stations, and specify exact locations when creating listings.

When interactive maps and location pickers are opened, the site utilizes Google Maps services, which may process technical data required to render the map correctly.

Browser geolocation is requested solely with explicit user permission to locate nearby activities.

• delivery of one-time verification codes (OTP) upon registration and email change;
• secure password recovery messages;
• moderation status updates for submitted places and management requests;
• invitations to collaborate on place listings;
• support responses and urgent security alerts;

Transactional service emails are essential for account operation and do not contain marketing.

Reviews, ratings, comments, and the author name or pseudonym provided upon submission are publicly visible in the catalog.

• publishing third-party personal data without consent is strictly prohibited;
• sharing confidential children's data is prohibited;
• abuse, harassment, advertising, spam, and false claims are not allowed;

KidsMap reserves the right to moderate, hide, or remove any reviews that violate platform policies.

• accuracy and timeliness of contact info, address, prices, and schedules;
• lawful rights to uploaded photos, logos, and descriptions;
• possession of necessary permissions to publish photos of staff and children;

In case of violations, KidsMap may request verification documents, temporarily hide the listing, or restrict access rights.

KidsMap does not sell personal data to third parties. Information may only be processed by trusted infrastructure services essential for platform operation:

• secure cloud hosting and infrastructure providers;
• transactional email delivery services;
• map service providers (Google Maps);
• analytics providers (Google Analytics, if enabled);
• governmental authorities upon formal lawful request pursuant to applicable legislation;

Place listings may contain links to third-party websites, social networks, and messaging apps.

KidsMap does not control third-party privacy practices and encourages users to review the policies of external services.

To ensure high availability and security, certain technical infrastructure providers may operate servers outside Azerbaijan in compliance with data protection standards.

Data is retained for the period necessary to fulfill processing purposes, provide service features, and comply with security requirements.

• profile information is retained until account deletion by the user;
• security logs are kept for a reasonable technical duration;
• upon account deletion, personal data is erased or irreversibly anonymized;

• cryptographic password hashing with no plain text recovery;
• object-level access control for place management permissions;
• secure one-time code email verification;
• web form request forgery protection and session safety controls;
• continuous moderation of user-submitted content and restricted administrative access;

KidsMap employs modern organizational and technical measures to protect information against unauthorized access.

If a security incident is identified, administration promptly mitigates risks, addresses vulnerabilities, and notifies users as required by applicable laws.

To exercise these rights, users may send an inquiry to our official email including:

• name and email address associated with the account;
• username (if applicable);
• nature of the request and relevant page or material link;

Users can update profile details in their account dashboard, while place representatives can maintain venue data directly in the place management dashboard.

If you believe a published photo or review infringes your rights or your child's privacy, please email us with the link for prompt review and removal.

Marketing emails may only be sent with explicit user consent. Transactional service messages regarding account functions do not constitute marketing.

KidsMap may update this Policy to reflect feature additions or legal changes. The latest version with the update date is always published on this page.

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

For all inquiries regarding privacy, data protection, account deletion, consent withdrawal, and content complaints, contact KidsMap support: