# Privacy Policy for Actio

**Last updated:** February 9, 2026  
**App Package:** dev.pushkar.actio_v1

Pushkar ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Actio mobile application ("the Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our task management application.

## 1. Information We Collect

### 1.1 Personal Information You Provide
- **Account Registration**: When you create an account, we collect:
  - Full name
  - Email address
  - Password (encrypted and stored securely)

### 1.2 Authentication Data
- **Email/Password Authentication**: Managed through Appwrite authentication services
- **Google OAuth (Optional)**: If you choose to sign in with Google:
  - Basic profile information (name, email address)
  - OAuth tokens for authentication (handled by Appwrite)

### 1.3 Task Data
- Task titles, descriptions, and content you create
- Task completion status and dates
- Task organization and categorization data

### 1.4 Technical Information
- **Network Connectivity Status**: We monitor your device's internet connection to display appropriate offline messages
- **Device Information**: App version, operating system version (for technical support)
- **Usage Data**: How you interact with the app features (stored locally only)

### 1.5 Information We Do NOT Collect
- Precise location data
- Device contacts
- Camera or microphone access
- Files or media from your device
- Advertising identifiers
- Analytics or behavioral tracking data

## 2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to:
- Create and manage your user account
- Authenticate your access to the application
- Store and retrieve your personal task data
- Provide offline functionality indicators
- Respond to your support requests
- Improve app performance and functionality

## 3. Data Storage and Security

### 3.1 Local Storage
- **Task Data**: All your tasks are stored locally on your device using React Native AsyncStorage
- **User Preferences**: App settings and preferences are stored locally
- **No Cloud Sync**: Your task data is never uploaded to our servers or third-party services

### 3.2 Remote Storage
- **Account Information**: Stored securely with Appwrite (<https://appwrite.io/>), our authentication provider
- **Security Measures**: All data transmitted to Appwrite is encrypted using industry-standard protocols

### 3.3 Data Security
- Passwords are encrypted and never stored in plain text
- All communications with authentication servers use HTTPS encryption
- Local data is protected by your device's built-in security features

## 4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

### 4.1 Third-Party Services
We only share data with:
- **Appwrite**: For user authentication and account management
- **Google**: Only if you choose Google sign-in (OAuth authentication only)

### 4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect our rights and safety
- Investigate fraud or security issues

### 4.3 No Data Sales
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

## 5. Data Retention

- **Account Data**: Retained in Appwrite until you request account deletion
- **Local Task Data**: Remains on your device until you delete tasks or uninstall the app
- **Authentication Sessions**: Automatically expire according to Appwrite's security policies

## 6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:
- **Access**: Request information about data we have about you
- **Correction**: Update or correct your account information
- **Deletion**: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- **Data Portability**: Export your task data from the local storage
- **Logout**: End your session at any time

## 7. Children's Privacy

Actio is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

## 8. International Data Transfers

Your account data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own through Appwrite's global infrastructure. These transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

## 9. App Permissions

Actio requires the following device permissions:
- **Internet Access**: To authenticate with Appwrite and check connectivity status
- **Network State**: To detect online/offline status for user experience

We do not request permissions for camera, location, contacts, storage, or other sensitive device features.

## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy within the app
- Updating the "Last updated" date above
- Sending an email notification for significant changes (if applicable)

Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

## 11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

**Email:** pushkar2315@protonmail.com  
**Subject Line:** "Actio Privacy Policy Inquiry"

For account deletion requests, please include your registered email address in your message.

## 12. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and Google Play Store requirements.