Privacy Policy for PlanThis

Last Updated: October 5, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to PlanThis ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account and use our App, we collect:

• Account Information: Email address, first name, last name, and password (encrypted)
• Profile Information: Optional profile picture
• Trip Information: Trip destinations, dates, descriptions, and travel preferences
• Activity Data: Activities you add, comment on, or vote on
• Travel Details: Flight information, lodging details, and train bookings
• Comments and Interactions: Comments and votes you make

Information Automatically Collected

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique identifiers
• Usage Data: Features used, actions taken, time spent in the App
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, crashes
• Cached Data: Temporary storage for offline functionality

How We Use Your Information

Service Delivery

• Create and manage your account
• Provide trip planning and collaboration features
• Store and sync your travel data
• Enable offline access

Communication

• Send trip updates and notifications
• Respond to support requests
• Send security notices

Improvement

• Analyze usage to improve the App
• Troubleshoot technical issues
• Develop new features

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Password encryption using bcrypt
• Secure token storage on your device
• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Limited employee access to data
• Regular security updates

Data Sharing

Within the App

Trip information is shared with users you invite to collaborate on trips. Trip participants can view trip details, activities, and comments.

Third-Party Services

We share data with trusted providers:

• AWS: Cloud hosting and data storage
• Expo: Push notifications
• Analytics: App performance monitoring

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights.

Your Rights

• Access: View and update your account information
• Correction: Correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request account deletion
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data
• Opt-Out: Disable marketing communications

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

European users have additional rights including right to erasure, restriction, and objection to processing.

CCPA Rights (California Users)

California residents have rights to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales. Note: We do not sell personal information.

Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Data Retention

We retain your data while your account is active and as needed for legal purposes. After account deletion, personal data is deleted within 90 days.

International Users

Data may be transferred to and stored in the United States. By using the App, you consent to this transfer.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through the App or by email.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy:

Email: privacy@planthis.dev
Data Protection Officer: dpo@planthis.dev