Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026 • Last Updated: November 2026
1. Scope & Controller
LocateLanka.lk (“LocateLanka”, “we”, “our”) operates Sri Lanka's multi-category marketplace spanning Vehicles, Property, Jobs, Electronics, Local Services, Digital Services, Handcrafts, and Fashion. We are committed to safeguarding personal data in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act, No. 9 of 2022 of Sri Lanka.
2. Information We Collect
- Account & Authentication Data: Name, email address, Sri Lankan mobile number, and profile photo provided via Google, email, or phone OTP login.
- Marketplace Listing Data: Photos, pricing, location (Province, District, City), specifications, and seller contact numbers you choose to publish on public ads.
- Seller KYC Verification Documents: NIC/Driving License/Business Registration images uploaded for Verified Seller or Dealer badges are stored in private access-controlled storage accessible strictly to the submitting account and authorized compliance officers.
- Payment & Order Metadata: Order IDs, promotion tiers, and payment status notifications processed via PayHere (card numbers and CVVs are never stored on LocateLanka servers).
- Leasing & Job Applications: Information voluntarily submitted to partner licensed financial institutions or verified employers when you submit an application.
3. How We Use Your Data
- Publish, index, and promote your marketplace listings across search engines and instant buyer alerts.
- Prevent fraud, duplicate spam listings, impersonation, and unauthorized account access.
- Facilitate buyer-seller messaging, saved search alerts, and PayHere promotion or CeylonCraft order fulfillment.
4. Data Sharing & Retention
We never sell personal data to third-party data brokers. Public listing contact details are visible to prospective buyers while your ad is active. You can edit, mark as sold, or permanently delete your listings at any time from your Seller Dashboard.
5. Your Rights & Data Protection Contact
You have the right to access, rectify, withdraw consent, or request erasure of your personal data. Contact our Privacy Team at hello@locatelanka.lk or via our Support Desk.