Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 21, 2025

1. Introduction

Ward Manager ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:

• Name and contact information (email, phone number)
• Ward affiliation and registration code
• Profile information you choose to provide
• Content you post or share through the Service
• Communications between you and other users

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Verify your identity and ward membership
• Send you important updates and notifications
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information:

• With your ward leadership for verification purposes
• With other members of your ward (as permitted by your privacy settings)
• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• With your consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-out of certain communications
• Control your privacy settings within the app

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, for significant changes, providing additional notice.

13. Contact Us

By using Ward Manager, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.