Effective Date: January 27, 2026 | Last Updated: January 27, 2026
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how TipCalculate ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide:
- Tip History Data: Bill amounts, tip percentages, restaurant names, locations, categories, and notes you choose to save.
- Account Information: If you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email, and profile picture.
- Preferences: Your app settings including currency, accent color, and notification preferences.
Information Collected Automatically:
- Device Information: Device type, OS version, and unique identifiers.
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app and crash reports.
- Advertising Data: Our free version uses Google AdMob for personalized advertising.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve TipCalculate's features
- Sync your tip history and preferences across devices
- Display relevant advertisements in the free version
- Analyze app performance and fix bugs
- Respond to support requests
3. Data Storage and Sync
Your data is stored locally on your device. Premium users can enable cloud sync via Apple iCloud (CloudKit) or Google Firebase for cross-platform syncing.
4. Third-Party Services
- Google AdMob: Advertising (free version)
- Google Sign-In: Account authentication
- Firebase: Cloud sync and analytics
- Apple CloudKit: iCloud sync (iOS)
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only with your consent, with service providers, when required by law, or in connection with business transfers.
6. Your Rights
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Opt out of personalized advertising
- Withdraw consent for location access or cloud sync
7. Children's Privacy
TipCalculate is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
8. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at support@justinheintz.me