Privacy Policy

Introduction

CheckBuddy ("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 AI-powered receipt splitting service, whether through our website or mobile application.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Profile information you choose to provide
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
• Communication preferences and settings

Receipt Data

• Receipt images you upload to our service
• Extracted text and data from receipts (merchant names, items, prices, dates)
• Bill splitting information and calculations
• Guest information for shared receipts

Usage Information

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage patterns and feature interactions
• Performance data and error logs
• Analytics data to improve our service

How We Use Your Information

• Service Provision: To process receipts, calculate bill splits, and provide our core functionality
• Account Management: To create and maintain your account, authenticate users, and provide customer support
• Communication: To send service-related notifications, updates, and respond to inquiries
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, improve our AI algorithms, and enhance user experience
• Security: To detect fraud, prevent abuse, and maintain the security of our service
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

Information Sharing

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 explicitly agree to share information with other users for bill splitting
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform (cloud hosting, payment processing, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to users)

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure cloud infrastructure with regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Employee training on data protection practices

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Account Deletion: Delete your account and associated data

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Receipt data is typically retained for as long as your account is active, plus a reasonable period for backup and legal compliance purposes. You can request deletion of your data at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Authenticate your account and maintain security
• Analyze usage patterns and improve our service
• Provide personalized content and features

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.