Privacy Policy

Privacy-First Design

Family Chores is built around a simple principle: your family's data stays on your device. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information to external servers.

Information We Do NOT Collect

To be completely transparent, here is what we DO NOT collect:

• Personal information (names, email addresses, phone numbers)
• User credentials or passwords
• Location data
• Device identifiers or advertising IDs
• Usage analytics or behavioral data
• Crash reports or diagnostic information
• Photos, videos, or other media
• Contacts or calendar information
• Any data about your chores, tasks, or family members

Local Data Storage

All information you enter into Family Chores (family member names, chore assignments, completion status, settings) is stored exclusively on your device using:

• Web App: Browser's local storage (localStorage API)
• Android App: Device's internal storage

This data never leaves your device and is not accessible to us or any third parties. If you uninstall the app or clear your browser data, this information will be permanently deleted.

Children's Privacy

Family Chores is designed to be used by families, including children under the age of 13. Because we do not collect any personal information from any users, we are fully compliant with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar child protection regulations worldwide.

Parents and guardians maintain complete control over all information entered into the app, as it resides solely on the family's device.

Network Connectivity

The Family Chores app does not require an internet connection to function. Any network activity is limited to:

• Initial Download: Downloading the app or web app resources
• Updates: Checking for and downloading app updates (optional)

No personal data or usage information is transmitted during these connections.

Third-Party Services

Family Chores does not integrate with any third-party services, analytics platforms, advertising networks, or social media platforms. There are no third-party SDKs or tracking libraries included in the application.

Data Security

While we do not collect or store your data on our servers, we encourage you to follow these best practices to protect your device-stored information:

• Use device lock screens and biometric authentication
• Keep your device's operating system updated
• Be cautious about who has physical access to your device
• Regularly backup your device if you want to preserve your chore data

Permissions

Web App Permissions

The web app may request:

• Storage: To save your chores and settings locally
• Install Prompt: To allow installation as a Progressive Web App (PWA)

Android App Permissions

The Android app may request minimal permissions:

• Storage: To save your chores and settings locally on your device
• Internet (if applicable): Only for downloading app updates, not for data transmission

We use the minimum permissions necessary for the app to function.

Open Source

Family Chores is committed to transparency. You can verify our privacy practices by reviewing the source code, which demonstrates that no data collection or transmission occurs.

Data Retention and Deletion

Since all data is stored locally on your device:

• Data Retention: Data persists only as long as the app remains installed on your device
• Data Deletion: Uninstalling the app or clearing browser data will permanently delete all information
• There is no data stored on our servers to delete or manage

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in the app or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Material changes that affect how we handle data (if any) will be clearly communicated through the app or our website.

International Users

Family Chores can be used anywhere in the world. Since no data is collected or transmitted, there are no cross-border data transfer concerns. Your data stays on your device, regardless of your location.

Your Rights

Because we do not collect any personal information, traditional data rights (access, correction, deletion, portability) are not applicable in the conventional sense. However, you have complete control over your data:

• Access: All your data is accessible within the app at any time
• Modification: You can edit or delete any information through the app interface
• Deletion: You can clear all data by uninstalling the app or clearing browser storage
• Portability: Your data exists only on your device and can be managed as you see fit

Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Governing Law

This privacy policy is governed by applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) for users under 13
• Other applicable regional and international privacy regulations

Summary

In plain language: Family Chores respects your privacy completely. We don't collect your data, we don't track you, and we don't share anything with anyone. Your family's chore information stays private, secure, and under your control on your own device.