Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 13, 2025
Introduction
FamoraSync ("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.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you use FamoraSync, we collect the following information that you voluntarily provide:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and profile photo (when you sign up using email, Google Sign-In, or Apple Sign-In)
- Calendar Data: Events, appointments, tasks, and associated details (title, description, time, location, attachments)
- Contacts: Birthday information imported from your contacts (names and dates only)
- Photos: Images you choose to attach to events
- User Preferences: App settings, calendar preferences, and customization choices
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App features used, interaction patterns, crash reports
- Location Data: Approximate location for location-based event features (only when you grant permission)
Information from Third-Party Services
When you sign in using Google or Apple Sign-In, we receive:
- Your name
- Email address
- Profile photo (if available)
- Unique identifier from the authentication provider
How We Use Your Information
Core Functionality
- Account Management: Create and manage your user account
- Data Synchronization: Sync your calendar data across your devices
- Collaboration: Enable calendar sharing with family and friends
- Notifications: Send you reminders about upcoming events
- Cloud Backup: Store your data securely in the cloud
App Improvement
- Analytics: Understand how users interact with the app
- Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues
- Feature Development: Improve existing features and develop new ones
Data Storage and Security
Cloud Storage
Your data is stored using Firebase services provided by Google LLC:
- Firebase Authentication: Manages user accounts securely
- Cloud Firestore: Stores calendar data with encryption at rest and in transit
- Firebase Cloud Messaging: Delivers push notifications
Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Secure authentication protocols
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and user permissions
- Encrypted cloud storage
Important: While we implement strong security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
What We DON'T Do
- ❌ Sell your personal information to third parties
- ❌ Use your data for advertising purposes
- ❌ Share your data with data brokers
- ❌ Display advertisements in the app
Third-Party Service Providers
We share data with the following service providers who help us operate the app:
- Google Firebase: Cloud hosting, authentication, and database services
- Apple: Push notification services (APNs)
Your Privacy Rights
You Have the Right To:
- Access: View all data we have about you
- Update: Modify your account information and preferences
- Delete: Permanently delete your account and all associated data
- Export: Download a copy of your data
- Opt-Out: Disable push notifications or location services
Children's Privacy
FamoraSync is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. 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.
Permissions We Request
iOS Permissions:
- Calendar Access: To create and manage calendar events
- Contacts: To import birthday information (optional)
- Photo Library: To attach photos to events (optional)
- Location Services: To add location information to events (optional)
- Notifications: To send you event reminders (optional)
You can manage these permissions through your device settings at any time.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending you an email notification (for material changes)
Contact Us
Consent
By using FamoraSync, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.