Privacy Policy for The Equalizer

Effective Date: July 30, 2025

Introduction

The Equalizer ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use The Equalizer mobile application (the "App").

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Event Data: Event names, descriptions, and dates you create
• Member Information: Names and details of event participants you add
• Financial Data: Expense amounts, descriptions, and payment information you enter
• Donation Records: Contribution amounts and associated member information

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
• Usage Data: App features used and frequency of use (anonymized)
• CloudKit Data: Information stored in your personal iCloud account for sync purposes

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the App's expense-sharing functionality
• Sync your data across your devices via iCloud
• Process subscription payments through Apple's App Store
• Improve the App's features and user experience
• Provide customer support

Data Storage and Security

iCloud Integration

• Your financial and event data is stored in your personal iCloud account
• We do not have access to your iCloud data
• Data synchronization is managed by Apple's CloudKit service
• Your data remains under your control and Apple's privacy policies

Local Storage

• App data is stored locally on your device
• Local data is protected by iOS security features
• No financial data is transmitted to our servers

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

• Apple Services: For iCloud sync and App Store subscription processing
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Event Sharing: When you explicitly share event data with other users (Pro feature)

Subscription Data

• Subscription status and billing are managed entirely by Apple
• We receive only anonymized subscription status information
• Payment details are handled exclusively by Apple's App Store

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and export your data through the App
• Delete your data by removing it from the App
• Disable iCloud sync in your device settings
• Cancel subscriptions through your Apple ID account

Children's Privacy

The Equalizer is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

International Users

The App is designed for global use. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where Apple operates its services.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes through the App or other means. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

Contact Us

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

• Email: support@yourdomain.com
• Through the App's support feature