Privacy Policy for Fisca

Last Updated: 18/07/2025

Introduction

Welcome to Fisca. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

Important: Unlike apps that store data locally on your device, Fisca now stores your data on secure cloud servers (Google Firebase) to enable features like data synchronization across devices, backup, and enhanced functionality.

Information We Collect

When you use Fisca, we collect and store the following information:

Personal Information You Provide:

Account information (email address, username, profile picture if provided)
Financial transaction data (expense and income entries)
Budget settings and financial goals
Custom categories and tags you create
Notes and descriptions related to your transactions
Receipt images (if you choose to capture them)
App preferences and settings

Automatically Collected Information:

Device information (device type, operating system, app version)
Usage data (app interactions, feature usage patterns)
Technical data (IP address, device identifiers)
Crash logs and error reports to improve app stability

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain the Fisca service
To sync your financial data across multiple devices
To backup your expense tracking and budget data
To send you notifications and reminders (if enabled)
To analyze usage patterns and improve our app
To provide customer support when needed
To detect and prevent technical issues

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase services, which provides:

Encryption in transit and at rest
Regular security updates and monitoring
Compliance with international data protection standards
Data centers with robust physical security measures

While we implement industry-standard security measures, please note that no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your data using best practices.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

Service Providers: We may share data with trusted service providers (like Google Firebase) who assist in operating our app
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

Third-Party Services

Fisca uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google Firebase: For data storage, authentication, and app analytics. View Firebase Privacy Policy
RevenueCat: For in-app purchase management and receipt validation. View RevenueCat Privacy Policy

Device Permissions

Our app may request the following permissions:

Internet Access: Required to sync data with our servers
Storage Access: For temporary file storage and caching
Camera (optional): If you choose to capture receipts or invoices
Notifications: To send you budget alerts and reminders

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through the app settings or by contacting us.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You can view your data through the app
Correction: You can update your information at any time
Deletion: You can delete your account and all associated data
Opt-out: You can disable notifications and certain data collection features

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your data receives adequate protection.

Children's Privacy

Our application is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the updated policy in the app
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending you a notification if the changes are significant

Your continued use of the app after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us at:

Email: zephyr.nexus86@gmail.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes arising from this policy will be resolved in the courts of New South Wales, Australia.