Privacy Policy
Seedling: Garden Journal (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle the information within our mobile application (the “App”). By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
User-Generated Content: The App allows you to create and manage content such as plant notes, photos, care requirements, and tasks (“User Content”). This content is stored locally on your device.
Automatically Collected Information: We use third-party services, such as Firebase Crashlytics, Firebase Analytics, and Firebase Performance Monitoring, to collect anonymous usage data and diagnostic information. This data helps us monitor the App’s performance, analyze trends, and improve user experience. Information collected may include:
- Device information (such as model and OS version)
- Crash reports
- App usage data (such as how frequently the App is used and for how long)
- Performance data (such as response times and technicaldiagnostics)
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage: All user-generated data you create within the App is stored locally on your device upon creation. We do not collect or store your personal data.
Firebase Services: Firebase Crashlytics, Analytics, and Performance Monitoring collect anonymous, aggregated data, which is stored and processed by Google’s Firebase infrastructure. This data is used to improve app performance and ensure stability but does not contain any personally identifiable information.
Data Security: While we take reasonable measures to protect the data collected, you are responsible for using your device’s security features, such as passcodes and encryption, to protect your information.
No Account Creation
The App does not require you to create an account or provide any personal information for its core functionality. Your user-generated data remains on your device, and you are in full control of it.
Sharing Your Information
User-Generated Content: We do not share any user-generated content or personal data with third parties.
Firebase Data Sharing: Anonymous diagnostic and performance data collected by Firebase is shared with Google in accordance with their privacy policies. This data is used solely for analytics and performance improvements and is not shared with other third parties.
Your Choices and Rights
Data Access and Management: You have full control over your user-generated data within the App. You can view, edit, or delete your content at any time.
Backups: You can use your device’s backup features (such as iCloud or local backups) to back up your data.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes through the App. Your continued use of the App after such changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to laurie801@gmail.com