Privacy Policy

PetCare Assistant ("we", "our", or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our app in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide a better service to all our users.

• Pet Information: Information you enter regarding your pets (e.g. name, age, gender, breed, and health notes).
• Daily Care Logs: Records of feeding, health status, mood, and routines.
• Purchase Information: Subscription or purchase data processed securely via Google Play Billing.
• Account Information: Optional data if you choose to sign in with Google or other third-party services (e.g. email address for cloud synchronisation).

2. How We Use the Information

Your information is used to:

• Provide and maintain app features such as reminders, calendars, and medical records.
• Organise and synchronise your data across devices (if cloud sync is enabled).
• Manage subscriptions and process transactions.
• Improve the app experience and provide personalised care reminders.

3. Data Sharing & Security

• No Sale of Data: We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
• Service Providers: We use Firebase (Google) for secure cloud storage and Google Play for payment processing.
• Security: Your data is stored locally on your device or encrypted in the cloud. We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information.

4. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

Under UK data protection law, you have rights including: