Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 11, 2025

Scope: This Privacy Policy applies to all mobile applications and related services developed, published, or maintained by Anthony Goddard (doing business as Hive Capture) (the "Developer"), as listed on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store under the name Hive Capture, as well as any associated websites and online services (collectively, the "Services").

Anthony Goddard ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who use our Services. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

  • Account & Profile Data: Your name, email address, phone number, and other registration details.
  • Content & Communications: Any information you submit via forms, surveys, feedback, support requests, or other interactions.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Log files, IP addresses, device identifiers, browser or OS version, and crash reports (e.g., via Firebase Crashlytics).
  • Analytics Data: User interaction events, clicks, screen views, and performance metrics collected through analytics services (e.g., Firebase Analytics).

1.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Authentication Providers: Profile details obtained when you sign in via third-party services such as Google or Apple.
  • Payment & Integration Services: Data shared by payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) or other third-party platforms used within the Services.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Service Operation & Improvement: To authenticate users, deliver features, measure performance, detect and fix issues, and develop new functionality.
  • Communications: To send transactional messages (e.g., account confirmation, password resets), updates, promotional offers, and responses to support inquiries.
  • Analytics & Research: To analyze user behavior, monitor trends, and improve user experience.
  • Legal & Security: To detect and prevent fraud, enforce our Terms of Service, and comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may disclose information to:

  • Service Providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, crash reporting).
  • Affiliates: Entities under common ownership as necessary to provide the Services.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, we strive to use industry-standard protections.

5. Your Choices & Rights

  • Access & Correction: You may access, update, or correct your personal data by contacting us or via account settings if available.
  • Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations to retain certain information.
  • Communications Preferences: You may opt out of marketing communications by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
  • Cookies & Tracking: You can manage or disable cookies via your device or browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not designed for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other locations. By using the Services, you consent to the transfer of information to these jurisdictions.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. We will update the Effective Date at the top and notify you of material changes through the Services or by other means.