1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Time & Pay Calculator ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application (the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

---

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Data You Provide Directly

When using Time & Pay Calculator, you may provide the following information:

• Work Tracking Data: Clock-in/out times, job profiles, hourly rates, work descriptions
• Time Calculations: Date and time inputs for calculations, duration calculations
• Age Calculator Data: Names and birth dates of people you add
• Settings: App preferences, theme selections, notification settings
• Export Data: When you export reports (CSV, PDF formats)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Device Information

• Device model and operating system version
• App version and build number
• Screen resolution and device orientation
• Language and region settings

Usage Information

• App launch and session duration
• Feature usage patterns (for improving user experience)
• Crash reports and error logs (anonymized)
• Ad interaction data (through Google AdMob)

---

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Local Data Processing

Your personal work data is processed entirely on your device for:

• Tracking work hours and calculating earnings
• Generating reports and analytics
• Performing time and age calculations
• Exporting data to CSV and PDF formats
• Providing personalized app experience

3.2 Service Improvement

We use aggregated, non-personal data to:

• Improve app performance and fix bugs
• Understand how features are used
• Develop new features based on user needs
• Optimize user interface and experience

---

4. Google AdMob Integration

4.1 Types of Ads

• Banner Ads: Displayed at the bottom of screens
• Interstitial Ads: Full-screen ads shown during navigation
• Rewarded Ads: Optional ads that unlock premium features

4.2 AdMob Data Collection

Google AdMob may collect:

• Advertising ID (resettable identifier for advertising)
• Device information (model, OS version, screen size)
• IP address and approximate location
• App usage and ad interaction data
• Crash data and performance metrics

4.3 Ad Personalization

You can control ad personalization:

• Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
• iOS: Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking

Learn more about Google's advertising practices: Google Ads Policy

---

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Local Storage

Data Type	Storage Method	Encryption	Access
Work Entries	Hive (Local Database)	AES-256	App Only
Job Profiles	Hive (Local Database)	AES-256	App Only
Settings	Hive (Local Database)	AES-256	App Only
App Preferences	Device Storage	Standard	App Only

5.2 Security Measures

• Local Encryption: All personal data is encrypted using AES-256 encryption
• No Cloud Storage: Your personal data never leaves your device
• Secure Coding: App follows secure coding practices
• Regular Updates: Security patches delivered through app updates

5.3 Data Backup

Your data may be included in device backups:

• Android: Google Backup (if enabled)
• iOS: iCloud Backup (if enabled)

These backups are managed by your device's operating system and are subject to Google's or Apple's privacy policies.

---

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

6.1 Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google AdMob: For displaying advertisements
  • Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Google Play Services: For app functionality (Android only)
  • Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

6.2 Data Processing

We may share anonymized, aggregated data for:

• App store analytics (download counts, ratings)
• Crash reporting and bug fixing
• Performance monitoring

---

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Data Control

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: View all your stored data through the app interface
• Export: Export your data to CSV or PDF formats
• Delete: Delete individual entries or clear all data
• Modify: Edit any of your stored information

7.2 App Permissions

Permission	Purpose	Required
Storage	Save exported files	Optional
Internet	Display ads, check for updates	Yes
Network State	Optimize ad loading	Yes
Wake Lock	Prevent sleep during time tracking	Optional

7.3 Opting Out

You can:

• Disable ad personalization through device settings
• Reset your advertising ID to limit tracking
• Uninstall the app to remove all local data
• Clear app data through device settings

---

8. Children's Privacy

Time & Pay Calculator is not intended for 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 immediately.

---

9. International Data Transfers

Your personal data is stored locally on your device and is not transferred internationally. However, some service providers (like Google AdMob) may process data in different countries. These transfers are governed by:

• Google's Privacy Shield certification
• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities

---

10. Data Retention

10.1 Local Data

Your personal data stored locally is retained:

• Until you delete it: You can delete entries anytime
• Until app uninstallation: Removing the app deletes all local data
• According to your device backup settings: May be retained in device backups

10.2 Service Data

Anonymized analytics data may be retained for:

• Performance data: Up to 2 years
• Crash reports: Up to 1 year
• Usage statistics: Up to 2 years

---

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last updated" date at the top
• Significant changes will be announced through the app
• You will be notified of material changes
• Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of the new policy

---

12. Legal Compliance

This app complies with:

• GDPR: European General Data Protection Regulation
• CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
• COPPA: Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
• Google Play Policies: Android app store requirements
• App Store Guidelines: iOS app store requirements

---

---