# Privacy Policy for Its Yours Now (IYN)
**Last Updated:** October 16, 2025
## Introduction
Its Yours Now (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.
## Information We Collect
### Information You Provide
– **Account Information:** Email address, password (encrypted), and profile details
– **Gift Card Information:** Merchant names, card amounts, expiration dates, and locations you choose to enter
– **Photos:** Images of gift cards you upload through the camera feature
### Information Collected Automatically
– **Location Data:** Approximate location when you use location-based features (e.g., finding nearby stores with your gift cards) – only when you grant permission
– **Device Information:** Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
– **Usage Data:** App features you use, dates and times of access
## How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
– Provide and maintain the gift card management service
– Store and organize your gift card information securely
– Send notifications about expiring cards and nearby store locations
– Improve app functionality and user experience
– Respond to your support requests and inquiries
– Protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activity
## Data Storage and Security
– **Encryption:** Your password is encrypted using industry-standard security measures
– **Secure Storage:** Gift card data is stored on secure servers with authentication protection
– **Image Storage:** Card photos are stored securely via Cloudinary
– **Access Control:** Only you can access your gift card information through your authenticated account
## Your Privacy Choices
### Camera Access
– Required only when you choose to take photos of gift cards
– You can decline camera access and enter card details manually
– Managed through your device settings
### Location Access
– Optional – used only for nearby store notifications
– You can enable or disable location access at any time in device settings
– We only collect location when the app is in use (“When In Use” permission)
### Account Data
– You can update your account information at any time
– You can request deletion of your account and all associated data
## Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these circumstances:
– **With Your Consent:** When you explicitly authorize us to share information
– **Legal Requirements:** If required by law, court order, or government request
– **Service Providers:** With trusted third-party services that help us operate the app (e.g., cloud storage, authentication services) under strict confidentiality agreements
## Data Retention
– We retain your information as long as your account is active
– You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us
– After account deletion, your data is permanently removed within 30 days
## Children’s Privacy
Our app 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.
## Third-Party Services
Our app may use third-party services that have their own privacy policies:
– **Authentication:** Laravel Sanctum for secure token-based authentication
– **Image Storage:** Cloudinary for storing gift card photos
– **Push Notifications:** Firebase Cloud Messaging for notifications
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services.
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
– Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
– Updating the “Last Updated” date
– Sending an email notification for significant changes
Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
## Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
– **Access:** Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
– **Correction:** Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
– **Deletion:** Request deletion of your personal data
– **Portability:** Request transfer of your data to another service
– **Objection:** Object to processing of your personal data
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
## California Privacy Rights
If you are 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
– Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
**Note:** We do not sell your personal information.
## International Users
Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our servers are located. By using our app, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside your country of residence.
## Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
**Email:** [email protected]
**Website:** https://iyn.app/support
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
## Consent
By using the Its Yours Now app, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
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