Privacy Policy for CoPals
Last Updated: 1st September 2025
CoPals ("the App") is developed and operated by a single individual based in the United Kingdom ("I", "me"). I am the data controller for your personal data.
If you have questions, contact me at: hello@copals.app
What Data I Collect
When you use the App, I may collect:
- Contact Information: your email address (for account login and support).
- User Content: schedules, calendar entries, notes you add in the App.
- Technical Information: device type, IP address, crash logs, diagnostics, and app usage statistics.
All data is stored and processed using Google Cloud Platform (Firebase) services.
How I Use Your Data
I use your data only to:
- Provide and improve the App.
- Authenticate and manage your account.
- Respond to support requests.
- Comply with legal obligations.
I do not sell your personal data. Data is only shared with service providers (Google/Firebase) as needed to run the App.
Legal Basis
I process your data under the following legal grounds:
- Performance of a contract (to provide the App you purchased).
- Legitimate interests (to maintain and improve the App).
- Consent (if you enable optional features such as notifications).
Retention
I keep your data only as long as necessary to provide the App or meet legal requirements. You may request deletion of your data by contacting me at hello@copals.app.
Security
I use industry-standard measures (including encryption in transit) to protect your data, but no system is completely secure.
Your Rights
Under UK and EU data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the data I hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Object to processing in certain cases.
- Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (www.ico.org.uk).
Changes
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted at https://copals.app/privacy.html with the updated date.
Contact
If you have any questions, email me at hello@copals.app.
Apple App Store – App Privacy Summary
Data Linked to You:
- Contact Info: Email address (account login, support).
- User Content: Events, schedules, notes you add.
- Identifiers: Device/IP (via Firebase).
Purposes of Use:
- App functionality (core services).
- Account management.
- Analytics (crash logs, performance metrics).
Not Collected:
- No location tracking.
- No health/fitness data.
- No financial data (Apple handles purchase).
- No third-party advertising.
Google Play Store – Data Safety Template
Collected Data:
- Personal Info: Email (account login).
- User Content: Calendar entries, schedules, notes.
- App Info & Performance: Crash logs, diagnostics, app interactions.
- Device or Other IDs: Firebase-generated identifiers.
Data Sharing:
- Shared only with Google Firebase (hosting, authentication, analytics).
- Not sold to third parties.
Security:
- Data encrypted in transit.
- Users can request deletion by contacting hello@copals.app.
Data Retention & Deletion:
- Retained only as long as necessary to provide services.
- Users may request deletion at any time.