Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you sign in with Apple, we receive your Apple User ID, display name, and email address. This information is used to identify your account and enable cloud sync features.

Family Content

We store the content you create, including:

• Photos you add to events
• Family circles and member information
• Chat messages within your circles
• Comments on photos
• Event details and photo albums

Device Information

If you enable push notifications, we store your device token to send you notifications about comments, new content, and circle activity.

How We Store Your Data

Cloud Storage

Your family content is stored on secure cloud servers (powered by Supabase) to enable cross-device access and family collaboration features. All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS.

Photo Storage

Photos you add to events are uploaded to secure cloud storage to enable sharing with family circle members.

Third-Party Services

OpenAI

We use OpenAI's services to:

• Generate creative prompts and suggestions
• Provide AI-assisted features

When you use AI features, relevant content is sent to OpenAI for processing. We use their API with data retention disabled, meaning your content is not stored by OpenAI for model training.

Firebase Crashlytics

We use Firebase Crashlytics to collect error reports when the app crashes or encounters issues. This helps us improve app stability. Crash reports may include device information and anonymized usage data but do not include your personal content.

Apple Services

We use Apple's Sign in with Apple for secure authentication and Apple Push Notification service (APNs) to deliver notifications to your device.

Sharing & Collaboration

Family Circles is built around family collaboration. When you share content:

• Only circle members you explicitly invite can view your content
• You control which circles can see each event
• Shared content is transmitted through our secure servers
• You can remove circle members or change sharing settings at any time
• Circle owners can manage membership and permissions

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• All network traffic is encrypted using TLS/HTTPS
• Database access is protected by Row-Level Security policies
• API keys are stored server-side only
• Authentication uses Apple's secure Sign in with Apple
• No passwords are stored in the app
• Media access uses signed URLs with time-limited access

Your Rights & Controls

You have full control over your data:

• Delete Content: Remove photos or events you've created
• Leave Circles: Remove yourself from family circles at any time
• Sign Out: End your session and disconnect from cloud services
• Manage Circles: Control who can see and interact with your content
• Disable Notifications: Turn off push notifications in Settings
• Photo Access: You can deny or revoke photo library access in iOS Settings

Analytics & Tracking

Firebase Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how the app is used and to improve your experience. This includes anonymized data such as:

• App opens and session duration
• Feature usage patterns
• Device type and operating system version
• General geographic region (country level)

This data is aggregated and anonymized. It does not include your personal content, photos, or messages.

What We Don't Do

Family Circles does not:

• Display advertisements
• Share your data with advertisers
• Sell your personal information
• Track you across other apps or websites

Children's Privacy

Family Circles is designed for families and may include content featuring children. However, the app is not directed at children under 13 as users. Account creation requires Sign in with Apple. If you believe a child under 13 has created an account, please contact us.

Data Retention

Your family content is retained as long as you maintain an account. When you delete content through the app, it is permanently removed from our servers. Deleted content in trash is automatically purged after 30 days. Inactive accounts may be deleted after extended periods of inactivity with prior notice.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

[email protected]