Privacy Policy
for Westie Notes • Effective date:
Westie Notes is a note-taking app designed to help you organize your thoughts, tasks, and ideas. We take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how the app handles information. In short: your notes are encrypted before being stored, and we use Firebase Authentication, Firebase Storage, and RevenueCat for subscription management. Your sensitive data remains protected and encrypted.
1. Scope
This policy applies to the Westie Notes mobile application available on iOS and Android. By using the app, you agree to the practices described here.
2. Data Collection and Use
- User Authentication. We use Firebase Authentication to let you sign in securely. This may involve storing your email address or other identifiers needed for login.
- Encrypted Notes Storage. Your notes are encrypted locally before being uploaded to Firebase Storage. Firebase never has access to your unencrypted data.
- Subscription Management. We use RevenueCat to handle in-app purchases and subscriptions. RevenueCat processes purchase-related information, such as transaction receipts, subscription status, and associated identifiers from Apple App Store or Google Play, to enable premium features. We do not store or have access to your payment card information.
- No advertising or tracking. Westie Notes does not include any advertising SDKs or analytics tools that track user behavior.
3. Local and Cloud Storage
Your notes are encrypted and stored in Firebase Storage for backup and synchronization. A local copy may remain on your device for offline use. If you uninstall the app, local data will be deleted, while encrypted backups will remain tied to your account until you delete them manually or request removal.
4. Device Permissions
Westie Notes requests only the permissions necessary for its core features (e.g., notifications). You can manage permissions in your device settings. Westie Notes does not access your contacts, photos, or location unless explicitly required by a feature you enable.
5. Third-Party Services
- Firebase (Google LLC): Used for authentication and encrypted cloud storage. See Google’s Privacy Policy.
- RevenueCat: Used for subscription management and in-app purchase validation. See RevenueCat’s Privacy Policy.
6. Billing and Payments
All purchases and subscriptions are processed securely through Apple App Store or Google Play. We do not collect or store your payment details. RevenueCat acts as an intermediary to verify purchases and manage subscription status using data provided by Apple or Google. You can manage or cancel subscriptions directly through your device’s account settings.
7. Children’s Privacy
Westie Notes is suitable for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can address it.
8. Your Rights
You can request deletion of your account and associated cloud data at any time. Under GDPR/CCPA, you may have rights to access, delete, or export your account-related data (e.g., email, purchase history). To exercise these rights, please contact us using the email below.
9. Security
All notes are encrypted before storage. Authentication and billing are handled via trusted third-party providers (Firebase and RevenueCat). Please protect your device with a passcode and keep your software up to date.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect app improvements or new legal requirements. If a material change occurs, we will update the effective date above and may provide an in-app notice.
11. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at unyawndeveloper@gmail.com.
This page is provided for informational purposes. Westie Notes encrypts all notes, uses Firebase for authentication and storage, and RevenueCat for secure subscription management.