Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pearba! This Privacy Policy explains how Braveyo LLC ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use the Pearba iOS app and web application (collectively, the "Service").

Pearba is designed to pair your voice with time tracking entries. We're committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
• Time Entry Data: Project names, time durations, notes, billable status, and deadlines
• Project Information: Project names, descriptions, and associated metadata
• Deadline Calculator Data: Business day calculations and deadline history

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
• Usage Data: Features used, session duration, and interaction patterns
• Technical Data: IP address, crash reports, and performance metrics

2.3 Information We Don't Collect

We do NOT collect:

• Location data or GPS coordinates
• Contacts or address book information
• Photos or camera access (except for profile pictures if you choose to add one)
• Microphone access outside of active recording sessions
• Third-party app data or browsing history

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide the Service: Store and sync your time entries, and project data across devices
• Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and fix bugs
• Communicate: Send important updates, security alerts, and respond to support requests
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where Your Data Lives

• Time Entry Data: Stored in our secure database at rest and in transit
• Local Storage: Some data is cached locally on your device for offline access

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• Secure authentication and password hashing
• Limited employee access to user data

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 We Don't Sell Your Data

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

5.2 Limited Sharing

We only share your information in these specific circumstances:

• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, analytics, and customer support tools that help us operate the Service (all bound by confidentiality agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (you'll be notified)
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information

5.3 Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

• Cloud Storage: For storing your time entries and data backups
• Analytics: To understand app usage and improve performance (anonymized data only)
• Crash Reporting: To identify and fix bugs

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: View all your data stored in Pearba
• Export: Download your time entries and project data in CSV or JSON format
• Edit: Modify or update your account information and entries
• Delete: Remove individual entries or your entire account

6.2 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through the app settings or by contacting us. Upon deletion:

• All of your data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
• All time entries and project data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
• Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes (e.g., transaction records)
• Backups may persist for up to 90 days before complete removal

6.3 Communication Preferences

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time. We'll still send essential service-related communications.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

• Active Accounts: Data is retained while your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Data is permanently deleted within 30-90 days
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
• Backups: Backup copies are automatically deleted within 90 days

8. Children's Privacy

Pearba is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Users

Pearba is operated in the United States. If you're accessing the Service from outside the US, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US. By using Pearba, you consent to this transfer.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you're a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we'll:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Notify you via email or in-app notification
• Give you the opportunity to review changes before they take effect

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Apple App Store Specific Information

For iOS users, please note:

• We use Apple's Sign in with Apple (optional) for authentication
• In-app purchases (if any) are processed through Apple's payment system
• We comply with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines and privacy requirements
• You can manage app permissions through iOS Settings

13. Contact Us