PLEDGE APP PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: October 8, 2025 Last Updated: October 8, 2025
## Introduction Welcome to Pledge ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
### 1.1 Personal Information When you create an account, we collect: - Email address - Username - Profile information (optional)
### 1.2 Usage Information We automatically collect: - Pledge goals and descriptions - Daily task completions and progress data - Streak information and achievement records - App usage statistics and interaction patterns - Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
### 1.3 Location Information We do not collect precise location data. General location information may be inferred from your IP address for analytics purposes only.
2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the collected information to: - Provide, maintain, and improve the Pledge app functionality - Track your progress and calculate streaks - Send push notifications and reminders (with your consent) - Generate personalized recommendations and insights - Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience - Provide customer support and respond to inquiries - Prevent fraud and ensure app security - Comply with legal obligations
3. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
### 3.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
### 3.2 Service Providers We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in: - Cloud hosting and data storage (Firebase) - Analytics and app performance monitoring (Expo Analytics) - Payment processing (RevenueCat, Google Play Billing) - Push notifications
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
### 3.3 Legal Requirements We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or to: - Protect our rights and property - Prevent illegal activities - Ensure user safety
### 3.4 Business Transfers If Pledge is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. DATA SECURITY
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information: - Encryption of data in transit and at rest - Secure authentication protocols - Regular security audits - Access controls and monitoring
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time through the app settings.
After deletion: - Personal information is removed within 30 days - Anonymized usage data may be retained for analytics
6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
You have the right to: - Access your personal information - Update or correct your information - Delete your account and data - Opt-out of push notifications - Withdraw consent for data processing - Request a copy of your data (data portability) - Object to data processing
To exercise these rights, visit the app settings or contact us at cankatsarac@gmail.com.
7. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Pledge is not intended for users under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it.
8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies.
10. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA: - Right to know what personal information is collected - Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed - Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information - Right to deletion - Right to non-discrimination
We do not sell personal information.
11. GDPR COMPLIANCE (EEA Users)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under GDPR: - Right of access - Right to rectification - Right to erasure - Right to restrict processing - Right to data portability - Right to object - Right to withdraw consent
Legal basis for processing: Consent, contract performance, legitimate interests, and legal obligations.
12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes through: - In-app notifications - Email notifications (if provided) - Updated "Last Updated" date
Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. CONTACT US
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:
Email: cankatsarac@gmail.com App Support: Through in-app "Contact Us" feature
Data Protection Officer (if applicable): cankatsarac@gmail.com
14. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use analytics tools and may use cookies or similar technologies for: - App performance monitoring - User experience improvement - Analytics and statistics
You can manage these preferences in your device settings.
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This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date stated above and governs our collection, use, and disclosure of your information.