Privacy Policy for Shoptonio

Effective Date: October 2, 2025

Shoptonio (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our collaborative shopping list app and associated services. By using Shoptonio, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, maintain, and improve our services. This includes:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and optional store names/addresses.
  • Subscription Information: Payment details processed securely by third-party payment processors.

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Usage Data: Interaction logs, app usage patterns, and device details (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system).
  • Analytics Data: Data collected through cookies and similar technologies to improve app functionality and user experience.

1.3 Marketing and Advertising Data

  • Opt-in Data: If you choose to share your Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA), we may use this information for targeted marketing campaigns.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Deliver core app functionality, such as managing shared shopping lists and sending notifications.
  • Facilitate communication via push notifications, SMS, and email.
  • Analyze and improve our services through data insights.
  • Conduct marketing campaigns to grow our user base, without exposing personal information.

Note: We do not sell your personal data for targeted advertising.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with third parties in the following cases:

3.1 Service Providers

  • Analytics Providers: Third-party tools that analyze app performance and user behavior.
  • Payment Processors: Secure third-party platforms to handle subscription payments.

We may disclose your information if required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • Website: Our website does not use cookies or similar tracking technologies. We may, however, use site tagging and other non-cookie-based analytics technologies to help us understand traffic and improve site performance.

  • Mobile App: The Shoptonio mobile app may use cookies or similar technologies (such as device identifiers) to:

    • Remember user preferences.
    • Analyze app performance and usage.
    • Support essential functionality.

You can manage tracking and analytics preferences through your browser or device settings.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the app’s functionality and comply with legal obligations. If you delete your account, your data will be removed from our active systems but may remain in backups for a limited time.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Access and Update: Review and update your personal information via the app.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your account and data by following our account deletion instructions.
  • Opt-out: Opt-out of marketing communications and sharing your IDFA for advertising.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@shoptonio.com.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption and security practices to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our app is intended for users 18 years and older. A subscription must be created by an adult. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant updates by email or within the app.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Information Sharing and Third-Party Services

We use third-party analytics services to help us understand how our services are used and to improve our offerings. In doing so, certain account information and usage data may be shared with these services. This information may include:

  • Account usage patterns
  • Feature interaction statistics
  • Aggregated user behavior data

All third-party services we use are bound by data processing agreements and are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.