Viewlay

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

What we collect

  • Email address — used for magic link login only. We do not share it.
  • Location — attached to posts you create. Used only to show your post on the map.
  • Post content — title, body, photos, and links you submit.
  • Usage data — basic server logs (IP address, timestamps) for security and debugging.

What we don't collect

We do not track your location when you are not actively posting. We do not sell your data. We do not use your data for advertising. There are no passwords — login is via magic link email only.

How we use your data

  • To authenticate you via magic link email
  • To display your posts on the map to nearby users
  • To operate and improve the service
  • To enforce our Terms of Service

Data retention

Posts expire after 24 hours and are removed from the public feed. Account data is retained until you request deletion. Email us to delete your account: hello@viewlay.com.

Third-party services

  • Mailgun — delivers login emails
  • Cloudflare R2 — stores uploaded photos
  • Neon — hosts the database
  • Fly.io — hosts the application servers

Children

Viewlay is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

Contact

Privacy questions: hello@viewlay.com

Viewlay · Austin, TX