Privacy Policy
We believe privacy is a fundamental right. This policy explains how we protect your data and respect your privacy.
Privacy-First Approach
BillandLog is designed with privacy at its core. Your financial data never leaves your device and we cannot access any of your personal or business information.
Table of Contents
1. Information We Collect
Personal Data You Enter
When you use BillandLog's tools, you may enter:
- Business information (company name, address, GSTIN)
- Client information (names, addresses, contact details)
- Invoice data (products, services, amounts)
- Expense tracking information
- Financial transaction records
Information We Do Collect
We collect limited, non-personal information to improve our service:
- Analytics Data: Page views, user interactions, and usage patterns (via Google Analytics)
- Technical Information: Browser type, device type, screen resolution (anonymized)
- Error Reports: JavaScript errors to help us fix bugs (no personal data included)
- Contact Form Data: Only when you voluntarily contact us via our contact form
2. How We Use Your Information
Your Financial Data
We do not use your financial data because we never receive it. Your invoices, expenses, and financial records remain entirely on your device.
Analytics and Usage Data
We use anonymized analytics data to:
- Understand how users interact with our tools
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Improve user experience and add requested features
- Measure the effectiveness of our service
Contact Information
When you contact us, we use your information to:
- Respond to your questions and provide support
- Address technical issues you report
- Consider feature requests and feedback
3. Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
Your financial data is stored using your browser's localStorage feature:
- Data remains on your device only
- No transmission to external servers
- You maintain complete control and ownership
- Data persists until you clear browser storage or uninstall the browser
Our Security Measures
- HTTPS encryption for all website communication
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- No storage of sensitive user data on our servers
4. Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand website usage. Google Analytics:
- Collects anonymized usage data
- Does not access your financial information
- Uses cookies to track website interactions
- May track users across websites (you can opt-out)
Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
Google AdSense
We display advertisements through Google AdSense to support our free service:
- Ads are displayed based on website content and general demographics
- Google may use cookies for ad personalization
- No access to your financial data stored locally
- You can control ad personalization in your Google account
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)
We use CDNs like Cloudflare to deliver website resources efficiently. These services may collect basic technical information like IP addresses and browser types.
5. Cookies and Tracking
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage (Google Analytics)
- Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense for relevant ads
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear existing cookies
- Set up automatic cookie deletion
6. Your Rights and Choices
Your Financial Data
Since your data is stored locally, you have complete control:
- Access: View all your data anytime in the application
- Export: Download your data in JSON format
- Delete: Clear data using browser settings or the application's clear function
- Portability: Export and import data between devices
Analytics and Tracking
You can opt-out of analytics and advertising tracking:
- Use browser's "Do Not Track" setting
- Install ad blockers or privacy extensions
- Disable cookies in browser settings
- Opt-out of Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
7. Children's Privacy
BillandLog is designed for business use and is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we make significant changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- We may display a notice on our website
- For major changes, we may send an email notification (if you've contacted us)
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or your data, please contact us:
Contact Information
Email: billandlog@gmail.com
Response Time: 24-48 hours
Subject Line: Please include "Privacy Policy" in your subject line
International Users
BillandLog is accessible worldwide. By using our service, you consent to the processing of your information as described in this privacy policy. Since your financial data is stored locally on your device, data transfer concerns are minimized.
Data Retention
We retain different types of data for different periods:
- Your Financial Data: Stored locally until you delete it or clear browser storage
- Analytics Data: Retained by Google Analytics for up to 26 months
- Contact Form Data: Retained for up to 2 years for support purposes
- Website Logs: Retained for up to 6 months for security and debugging
Our Commitment
We're committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. BillandLog will always remain a privacy-first service where your financial data stays under your control. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.