Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

My Masonic Diary ("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 Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (lodge memberships, roles, masonic rank)
• Visit records (dates, lodges visited, roles, mileage)
• Event information (personal events, dates, locations)
• Transaction records (charitable donations, expenses)
• Notes and personal diary entries

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage information (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• Device information (device type, unique device identifiers)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Create and manage your account
• Process transactions and subscriptions
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use all features of the Service.

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function (authentication, security)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings (theme preference, language)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how the Service is used

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you give us explicit permission
• Service Providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, email delivery)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. These include:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure password storage using industry-standard hashing

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you the Service. If you request account deletion, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Export: Download your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences in your browser

You can exercise these rights through your account settings or by contacting us.

9. Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of information to countries that may have different data protection rules.

12. 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 on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Significant changes will be communicated via email or through a notice on the Service.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the developer contact page.