Privacy Policy for Home Stock

Last updated: October 18, 2025

1. Introduction

Home Stock ("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.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

• Account Information: Email address, password (encrypted)
• Profile Data: Name, preferences, settings

2.2 Usage Information

• App Data: Items, houses, purchase history, photos
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version
• Usage Analytics: App features used, session duration

2.3 Storage Permissions

• Photos: To attach images to items (optional)
• Local Storage: To store app data locally on your device

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain the Home Stock service
• Sync your data across devices (for logged-in users)
• Send low stock alerts and notifications
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Provide customer support

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Guest Users

Data is stored locally on your device only. No data is transmitted to our servers.

4.2 Logged-in Users

Data is stored securely using Firebase services with industry-standard encryption.

4.3 Data Security

• All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS
• Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text
• Regular security audits and updates

5. Data Sharing

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

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud

6. Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase: For authentication and cloud storage
• Expo: For app development and deployment

7. Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Delete your account and data
• Portability: Export your data

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can delete your account at any time through the app settings.

9. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This 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 and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

12. Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regional privacy regulations.