# Planova App Privacy Policy
**Last Updated:** October 2025
## Introduction
Planova ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Planova mobile application.
## Information We Collect
### 1. Authentication Information
- **Google Sign-In Data**: We use Google Sign-In for authentication, which may include your email address and basic profile information
- **User ID**: A unique identifier associated with your account
### 2. Task and Productivity Data
- **Task Content**: Tasks, notes, and productivity data you create
- **Task Status**: Completion status, priorities, and categories
- **Calendar Data**: Task scheduling and date information
- **Templates**: Custom task templates and recurring task patterns
### 3. Usage Analytics
- **App Usage**: How you interact with the app features
- **Performance Data**: App crashes, errors, and performance metrics
- **Device Information**: Device type, operating system version, and app version
### 4. Advertising Data
- **Ad Interactions**: Data about ads you view or interact with
- **Advertising ID**: Device advertising identifier for personalized ads
- **Ad Performance**: Metrics related to ad effectiveness
## How We Use Your Information
### 1. Core App Functionality
- **Task Management**: Store and sync your tasks across devices
- **Data Synchronization**: Keep your data updated across all your devices
- **User Authentication**: Verify your identity and secure your account
### 2. Service Improvement
- **Analytics**: Understand how users interact with our app to improve features
- **Bug Fixes**: Identify and resolve technical issues
- **Feature Development**: Develop new features based on usage patterns
### 3. Advertising
- **Personalized Ads**: Show relevant advertisements based on your interests
- **Ad Revenue**: Generate revenue to support app development and maintenance
## Third-Party Services
### 1. Google Services
- **Firebase**: For data storage, authentication, and analytics
- **Google Sign-In**: For user authentication
- **Google Analytics**: For usage analytics
### 2. AdMob
- **Google AdMob**: For displaying advertisements
- **Ad Personalization**: Based on your interests and demographics
## Data Storage and Security
### 1. Data Storage
- **Firebase Firestore**: Your data is stored securely in Google's Firebase cloud database
- **Data Encryption**: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- **Access Control**: Only authorized personnel can access your data
### 2. Data Retention
- **Account Data**: Retained as long as your account is active
- **Analytics Data**: Retained for up to 26 months
- **Advertising Data**: Retained according to AdMob policies
## Your Rights and Choices
### 1. Data Access
- **View Your Data**: Access all data associated with your account
- **Export Data**: Download your data in a portable format
- **Data Correction**: Update or correct your personal information
### 2. Data Deletion
- **Account Deletion**: Delete your account and associated data
- **Data Removal**: Request removal of specific data
- **Right to be Forgotten**: Complete data deletion upon request
### 3. Advertising Preferences
- **Ad Personalization**: Opt-out of personalized advertising
- **Ad Settings**: Manage your advertising preferences through device settings
## Children's Privacy
Planova is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
## International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- **In-App Notification**: Alerting you within the app
- **Email Notification**: Sending an email to your registered address
- **Updated Date**: Changing the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
## Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
**Email:** jayanthivenkat1110@gmail.com
**App:** Planova - Task Management & Productivity
## Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with:
- **GDPR** (General Data Protection Regulation)
- **CCPA** (California Consumer Privacy Act)
- **Google Play Store** requirements
- **App Store** requirements
*By using Planova, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.*