Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 27, 2025

1. Introduction

At AssignChores, we are committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of your family. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our family chore management service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Account information (name, email address, password)
  • Family member names and roles
  • Profile pictures (optional)
  • Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
  • Communication preferences

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the Service:

  • Chore creation, assignment, and completion data
  • Points earned and rewards redeemed
  • Login times and frequency of use
  • Device information and IP address
  • Browser type and operating system

2.3 Children's Information

We may collect limited information from children under 13 as part of family accounts, including names, chore completion data, and points earned. We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) and only collect this information with verifiable parental consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the AssignChores service
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Send notifications about chore assignments and completions
  • Generate family analytics and progress reports
  • Provide customer support
  • Improve our service and develop new features
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

  • Within Your Family: Family members can see each other's chore assignments, completions, and points
  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate our service (e.g., Stripe for payments, Supabase for data storage)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition of our company

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication, and regular security audits.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will delete your information upon account closure, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
  • Objection: Object to certain uses of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@assignchores.com.

8. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

AssignChores is designed for family use and may be used by children under 13 under parental supervision. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Parents have the right to review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information by contacting us at privacy@assignchores.com.

9. 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 information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

11. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with third-party services:

  • Stripe: For payment processing (see Stripe's Privacy Policy)
  • Supabase: For data storage and authentication (see Supabase's Privacy Policy)
  • Resend: For email delivery (see Resend's Privacy Policy)

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@assignchores.com
Address: AssignChores Privacy Officer
[Your Business Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]

By using AssignChores, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.