Privacy Policy for GemBook

Last updated: 11/12/2025

Thank you for using GemBook.
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

• Phone number (for login and account identification)
  
  

• Partner details added by the user (name, phone number, share amount)
  
  

1.2 App Usage Data

• Actions performed in the app (adding gemstones, adding partners, payments)
  
  

• Device information (model, OS version)
  
  

1.3 Images & Files

• Photos uploaded with gemstones (stored securely in Firebase Storage)
  
  

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide secure login using OTP
  
  

• Sync your gemstone data across devices
  
  

• Send notifications to partners (if they are registered users)
  
  

• Send SMS invitations to non-registered partners
  
  

• Improve app features and performance
  
  

• Provide customer support
  
  

We do not sell or share your information with any unauthorized third parties.

3. Third-Party Services We Use

GemBook uses trusted third-party services to operate the app:

Firebase (Google)

• Authentication (phone number sign-in)
  
  

• Firestore Database (store app data)
  
  

• Firebase Storage (store images)
  
  

• Cloud Functions (send app notifications)
  
  

Firebase may collect:

• Device data
  
  

• Usage analytics
  
  

Firebase Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

TextIt.biz (SMS Provider)

GemBook uses TextIt.biz to send:

• OTP messages (for login)
  
  

• SMS invitations to non-registered partners
  
  

TextIt does not receive any personal data other than phone numbers required to deliver the message.

TextIt Privacy Policy:
https://www.textit.biz/privacy

4. How We Store & Protect Data

We store your data securely using Google Firebase, which includes:

• Encrypted data transfers (HTTPS)
  
  

• Secure storage rules
  
  

• Industry-standard security
  
  

Only you can access your account data.
Partners see only the gemstones where you added them.

5. Partner Data

If you add a partner:

• If they use GemBook: They receive a notification and can manage the gemstone with you.
  
  

• If they are not registered: An SMS may be sent inviting them to download the app.
  
  

6. Data Retention

We keep your data as long as your account is active.
If you delete your account, all data is permanently removed from Firebase.

7. Your Rights

You can:

• Request to view your data
  
  

• Request deletion of your account
  
  

• Contact us for any privacy concerns
  
  

To make a request, email:
📧 mhdaashif743@gmail.com

8. Children’s Privacy

GemBook is not intended for users under 13 years old.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, contact us at:
📧 mhdaashif743@gmail.com