Privacy Policy
The Pet Foster App values your privacy. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use data.
1. Information We Collect
When you use the Pet Foster App, we may collect the following information:
- Name
- Email address
- Address, State, Zip Code
- Pet care logs and task confirmations
- Profile and pet images (when uploaded)
- In-app messages between shelters and fosters
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Provide app functionality and a personalized user experience
- Enable secure messaging and foster–shelter coordination
- Allow shelters to manage pet assignments and task tracking
We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing or analytics purposes.
3. Device Permissions
The app requests access to your device's photo gallery only when you upload images. We do not request access to your camera, location, contacts, or microphone.
4. Data Storage and Security
All personal data is stored securely using Google Firebase Firestore and Firebase Storage. Access is restricted to authenticated users. We take reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
5. Your Rights and Data Control
You may request to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate or outdated information
- Delete your account and associated data
To make such a request, email us at contact@pet-foster.com.
6. Children’s Privacy
The Pet Foster App is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
7. Legal Compliance
We comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Users will be notified through the app or via email when significant changes are made. The latest version will always be available on this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Email: contact@petfoster-app.com
Developer: Gabriel Logan Costa
10. External References
Learn more about your rights by visiting Apple’s Privacy Policy.