Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 28 May 2026
Welcome to GenCal Aviary Keeper ("we", "our", "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and related services ("App").
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use the App.
Account Information
When creating an account, we may collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Username
- Profile information you choose to provide
Aviary and Bird Records
Information entered into the App may include:
- Bird species information
- Pairings and breeding records
- Hatch records
- Genetics data and calculations
- Aviary management information
- Photos uploaded by users
- Notes and tracking details
Device and Usage Information
We may automatically collect certain technical information including:
- Device type
- Operating system
- App version
- IP address
- Crash reports
- Analytics and diagnostic data
Payment Information
If subscriptions or purchases are offered within the App, payment processing may be handled by trusted third-party providers such as:
- Apple App Store
- Google Play Store
- Stripe
We do not store full payment card details on our servers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the App
- Save and sync aviary records
- Improve genetics calculator functionality
- Improve app performance and reliability
- Provide customer support
- Send important service notifications
- Detect and prevent misuse or fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Genetics Calculator Disclaimer
The genetics calculator provided within the App is intended for informational and educational purposes only.
While we aim to provide accurate breeding and genetics calculations, outcomes may vary and results are not guaranteed. Users are responsible for their own breeding decisions and record keeping.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share limited information with trusted third parties including:
- Cloud hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Payment processors
- Customer support providers
- Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law
These providers are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security standards.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information using:
- Secure cloud infrastructure
- Encrypted data transmission
- Authentication protections
- Restricted administrative access
Despite these measures, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the App and its services
- Maintain your account
- Meet legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent
- Request a copy of your stored data
Requests may be submitted using the contact form provided on this website.
8. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 16 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
9. Third-Party Services
The App may use third-party services including:
- Google Firebase
- Apple App Store services
- Google Play services
- Stripe payment services
- Analytics providers
These third-party services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.
10. International Users
Your information may be stored and processed in countries outside your own jurisdiction where our service providers operate.
By using the App, you consent to such transfers where permitted by applicable law.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any updates will be posted within the App or on our website with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us using the contact form provided on this website.