# Privacy Policy for ShiftTrak **Effective Date:** January 1, 2026 **Last Updated:** January 7, 2026 --- ## Introduction TJXLABS ("we", "our", or "us") operates the ShiftTrak mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our App. **Our Commitment:** ShiftTrak is designed with privacy as a core principle. Your personal work data stays on your device and is never uploaded to our servers. --- ## Information We Collect ### 1. Information You Provide When you use ShiftTrak, you may enter: - Work shift details (dates, times, locations) - Earnings information (wage rates, pay amounts) - Employment details (job titles, employer names - optional) - Tags and notes (custom labels you create) - Photos (receipts, rosters, or other images you attach to shifts) **Important:** All this data stays on your device. We never see it or have access to it. ### 2. Automatically Collected Information **Anonymous Usage Analytics** - We use Google Analytics (Firebase Analytics) to understand how users interact with ShiftTrak: - Screens viewed (e.g., Dashboard, Analytics, Settings) - Features used (e.g., shift creation, exports, PRO features) - App performance (load times, crashes) - Device type and country (for optimization) - Session duration and frequency **What Analytics Does NOT Collect:** - ❌ Your name, email, or phone number - ❌ Your shift data (wages, hours, employer details) - ❌ Any personally identifiable information (PII) - ❌ Your photos or notes **Crash and Diagnostic Data** - Anonymous error reports sent via Firebase Crashlytics to help us fix bugs and improve app stability: - Device model, Android version (only collected during crashes) - Anonymous crash logs and stack traces --- ## How We Store Your Information ### Local Storage - **All your personal data** is stored locally on your device using SQLite database - Your shift data, earnings, photos, and settings **never leave your device** - We do not have access to your personal information - We do not store your data on any cloud servers - We do not have servers or databases that collect user data ### Third-Party Services We use the following Google Firebase services: **Firebase Analytics:** - Collects anonymous usage data (screens viewed, features used) - Uses anonymous device IDs (not linked to your identity) - IP addresses are automatically anonymized - Helps us understand which features are popular and improve the app - Learn more: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy **Firebase Crashlytics:** - Collects anonymous crash logs when the app encounters errors - Does not include your shift data, earnings, or personal information - Helps us identify and fix bugs - Learn more: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy --- ## How We Use Your Information ### Your Personal Data (Stays on Your Device) - Your shift data is used only by you, on your device, to track your work hours and earnings - We never see, access, or use your shift data ### Anonymous Analytics Data - Understand which features are most used - Improve app performance and user experience - Fix bugs and crashes - Optimize for different devices and regions - Make data-driven decisions about new features ### What We DON'T Do - ❌ We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties - ❌ We do not use your data for advertising or marketing - ❌ We do not track you across other apps or websites - ❌ We do not create user profiles or target you with ads --- ## Data Sharing and Disclosure We do not share your personal information with anyone, except: **Google (Firebase):** - Receives anonymous usage analytics (screens viewed, features used) - Receives anonymous crash reports (no personal data) - Cannot identify you personally from this data **Legal Requirements:** - As required by law if legally compelled to disclose information **We will NEVER:** - ❌ Sell your data to third parties - ❌ Use your data for advertising - ❌ Share your shift or earnings information with anyone - ❌ Provide your personal data to marketing companies --- ## Your Rights and Choices You have complete control over your data: ### Access and Export - View all your data within the app - Export your data as PDF or CSV files (PRO feature) - Your data remains on your device ### Data Deletion - Delete individual shifts from the shift details screen - Clear all app data by uninstalling the app or using Android Settings > Apps > ShiftTrak > Clear Data - Once deleted, data cannot be recovered (we don't have backups - it's only on your device) ### Analytics - Analytics are anonymous and cannot be linked to you personally - You cannot opt-out while using the app, as analytics help us improve ShiftTrak for everyone - Analytics data contains no personal information ### Crash Reporting - Crash reporting is enabled by default to help improve the app - You cannot opt-out while using the app, but crash reports contain no personal data - Helps us fix bugs that affect all users --- ## International Data Transfers **Analytics Data:** Anonymous usage data is processed by Google (Firebase) and may be stored on Google's global infrastructure (primarily US data centers). This data is anonymous and cannot be linked to you personally. **Your Personal Data:** Never leaves your device, so it is never transferred anywhere. --- ## Data Retention **Your Personal Data:** - Stored on your device indefinitely until you delete it - We never receive or store your personal data **Anonymous Analytics:** - Google Analytics retains anonymous usage data for 14 months by default - After 14 months, old data is automatically deleted **Crash Reports:** - Firebase Crashlytics retains crash data for 90 days - After 90 days, crash data is automatically deleted --- ## Children's Privacy ShiftTrak is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us. **Note:** Even if a child uses the app, all data stays on their device and we cannot access it. --- ## Data Security - All data is stored securely on your device using SQLite database - We implement industry-standard security practices in our code - Your device's built-in security (lock screen, encryption) protects your data - Anonymous analytics data is transmitted over secure HTTPS connections - We do not transmit your personal data (shift details, wages) over the internet --- ## Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted: - In the app (Settings → About → Privacy Policy) - On this page with an updated "Last Updated" date Continued use of the app after changes means you accept the updated policy. Significant changes will be highlighted in app updates. --- ## Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy: **Developer:** TJXLABS **Email:** tjxlabs@gmail.com **Location:** Australia **Response Time:** We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 7 business days. --- ## Summary (TL;DR) ✅ **Your data stays on your device** - We don't have servers or cloud storage for your shifts ✅ **No account required** - No sign-ups, no emails, no passwords ✅ **Anonymous analytics only** - We track what features are used, not who uses them ✅ **No personally identifiable information collected** - We can't identify you from analytics ✅ **Anonymous crash reports only** - Helps us fix bugs, contains no personal data ✅ **No ads** - We don't collect data for advertising ✅ **No tracking across apps** - We only see what you do in ShiftTrak ✅ **Full control** - You can export or delete your data anytime ✅ **IP addresses anonymized** - Google Analytics anonymizes IPs automatically ✅ **Privacy-first design** - Built to respect your privacy from day one **What we collect:** Anonymous usage patterns (screens viewed, features used) **What we DON'T collect:** Your name, shifts, wages, hours, employer details, or anything personal --- ## Compliance This privacy policy is designed to comply with: - Australian Privacy Principles (Privacy Act 1988) - Google Play Store Requirements - Firebase/Google Analytics Terms of Service For users in the EU/UK: While ShiftTrak is primarily designed for Australian users, we respect GDPR principles. Our anonymous analytics do not collect personal data, and your shift data never leaves your device. --- © 2026 TJXLABS. All rights reserved.