Privacy Policy

Card Vault ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Card Vault mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Email address and encrypted password when you create an account.
• Card Data: Information you enter about your sports cards, including player names, card details, purchase prices, and images you upload.
• Usage Data: We may collect general usage analytics to improve the App experience (e.g., feature usage, crash reports).

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and maintain App functionality
• To manage your account and authentication
• To process subscription payments through Apple In-App Purchases
• To improve and optimize the App
• To communicate important updates about the service

3. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely on our servers. We use industry-standard encryption for passwords and secure HTTPS connections for all data transfers. Card images are stored securely and are only accessible to you.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Apple In-App Purchases: For payment processing via the App Store. Apple's privacy policy applies to payment data.
• Exchange Rate APIs: To provide currency conversion (no personal data is shared).

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your card collection data is private and only accessible to you.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Export your card data
• Delete your account and all associated data
• Update your account information

7. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, all personal data and card information is permanently removed from our servers.

8. Children's Privacy

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

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy within the App.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@cardvault-app.com