Privacy Policy for My Expenses

Effective Date: January 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to My Expenses ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our mobile application ("App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Data Stored Locally on Your Device

The following data is stored exclusively on your device and is never transmitted to our servers:

• Purchase Records: Transaction details including amounts, dates, quantities, and notes
• Products: Product names, barcodes, categories, and pricing information
• Shops: Shop names and optional location data
• Categories: Custom categories you create for organizing My Expenses
• Currency Preferences: Your selected currency for displaying amounts

2.2 Analytics Data (Firebase Analytics)

To improve your experience, we collect anonymous usage analytics through Google Firebase Analytics:

• App feature usage patterns (e.g., which features are most popular)
• User engagement metrics (e.g., session duration, screen views)
• Device information (device model, operating system version)
• General geographic region (country-level only)

Important: Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. We cannot identify individual users from this data, and no personal financial information is included.

2.3 Crash Reports (Firebase Crashlytics)

To maintain app stability and fix issues quickly, we collect crash reports that include:

• Device state at the time of crash
• Device model and operating system version
• App version and crash stack traces
• Anonymous user identifier for crash correlation

This data helps us identify and resolve technical issues to provide you with a smooth, reliable experience.

3. How We Use Collected Information

We use the collected information solely for the following purposes:

• Improve App Performance: Analyze usage patterns to optimize features and user experience
• Fix Bugs and Crashes: Identify and resolve technical issues promptly
• Enhance Features: Understand which features are most valuable to users
• Ensure Compatibility: Maintain support across different devices and OS versions

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Information may be shared only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use Google Firebase services (Analytics and Crashlytics) which process anonymized data according to Google's Privacy Policy
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• All financial data remains on your device under your control
• Analytics and crash data are transmitted securely using encryption
• We follow industry best practices for data protection

6. Data Retention

• Local Data: Stored on your device until you delete the app or clear app data
• Analytics Data: Retained by Firebase for up to 14 months
• Crash Reports: Retained by Firebase for up to 90 days

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your data:

• Delete Local Data: Clear app data or uninstall the app to remove all local data
• Opt-Out of Analytics: Disable analytics collection in your device settings
• Access Your Data: All your financial data is accessible within the app

8. Children's Privacy

My Expenses is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on this page.

10. Consent

By using My Expenses, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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