Privacy Policy

Introduction

Merge Planner ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (iOS and Android) and web service.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name
• Profile photo (optional)
• Profile information from social sign-in providers (Google, Apple)

User-Generated Content

We store the content you create in the app:

• Calendar events and birthdays
• Tasks and to-do lists
• Notes and links
• Goals and habits (streaks)
• Grocery lists
• Shared content with friends and spaces

Usage Data

We collect information about how you use the app:

• App usage patterns and feature interactions
• Device information (type, OS version)
• Log data and error reports

Purchase Information

If you purchase a premium subscription, we process payment information through Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or our payment processor. We do not store your credit card information. We receive transaction confirmations and subscription status from the payment platforms.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our service
• Sync your data across all your devices (phone, tablet, web)
• Enable collaboration features (sharing with friends and spaces)
• Send you notifications about tasks, events, and habits
• Process your subscription and manage billing
• Respond to your support requests and questions
• Analyze usage patterns to improve the app
• Detect and prevent fraud and abuse

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on encrypted servers. We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS protocols.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your consent: When you share content with friends or in collaborative spaces
• Service providers: We use trusted third-party services to help operate our app:
  • Cloud hosting providers for data storage
  • Authentication services (Google, Apple Sign-In)
  • Payment processors (Apple, Google, RevenueCat) for subscriptions
  • Analytics providers to understand app usage
• Legal requirements: To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
• Protection: To protect our rights, property, safety, or that of our users

All service providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use your data to perform services on our behalf.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: View all personal data we hold about you
• Correct: Update or correct inaccurate data
• Delete: Request deletion of your account and all associated data
• Export: Download a copy of your data in a portable format
• Withdraw consent: Opt out of optional data collection at any time
• Object: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@mergeplanner.com or use the account settings in the app.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will permanently delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal, accounting, or security purposes.

Backup copies of deleted data may persist for up to 90 days in our disaster recovery systems before being permanently erased.

International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these ages. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to improve your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Our mobile apps use device identifiers for analytics and to provide personalized features.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you an in-app notification or email (for significant changes)

Your continued use of Merge Planner after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Regional Privacy Rights

European Economic Area (EEA) and UK

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under the GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

California (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete, and the right to opt-out of sales (we do not sell your data).

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@mergeplanner.com
Support: support@mergeplanner.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.