Privacy Policy

Welcome to WhatsUpNext ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our WhatsUpNext mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Calendar Data

With your explicit permission, we access and process your calendar events to provide our core functionality:

• Event Information: Event titles, dates, times, locations, and notes
• Calendar Settings: Your preferred timezone settings and calendar preferences
• Event Management: Ability to create, edit, and delete calendar events

Important: We only access calendar data that you explicitly grant permission for. We do not access any calendar data without your consent.

1.2 Voice Input Data

When you use our voice input feature (Premium feature), we collect:

• Voice Recordings: Audio recordings of your voice commands for event creation
• Transcription Data: Text transcriptions of your voice input
• Processing Data: Data sent to OpenAI API for natural language processing

1.3 Device Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device:

• Device type and operating system version
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash reports and performance data

1.4 Advertising Data

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements:

• Ad Identifiers: Device advertising identifiers (IDFA/AAID)
• Ad Performance: Data about ad interactions and effectiveness
• User Messaging Platform: Consent management for personalized ads

1.5 In-App Purchase Data

When you make in-app purchases:

• Purchase transaction data (processed by Apple)
• Premium feature activation status
• Purchase history and subscription status

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core App Functionality

• Display and manage your calendar events
• Process voice commands for event creation
• Provide timezone conversion features
• Enable event filtering and search functionality

2.2 Service Improvement

• Analyze app usage patterns to improve features
• Fix bugs and resolve technical issues
• Develop new features and functionality

2.3 Advertising

• Display relevant advertisements
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness
• Provide personalized ad experiences (with consent)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Third-Party Services

We share information with the following third-party services:

• OpenAI API: Voice input processing and natural language understanding
• Google AdMob: Advertisement delivery and analytics
• Apple: In-app purchase processing and App Store services

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

3.3 Data Protection

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure API communications
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication

5. Data Retention

5.1 Calendar Data

Calendar data is stored locally on your device and is not uploaded to our servers. We only access this data when you use the app.

5.2 Voice Input Data

Voice recordings are processed in real-time and are not stored permanently. Transcription data may be temporarily cached for processing.

5.3 Analytics Data

Usage analytics and crash reports are retained for up to 2 years to improve app performance.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Calendar Permissions

You can manage calendar permissions through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Calendars > WhatsUpNext
• You can revoke access at any time

6.2 Voice Input

Voice input is a premium feature. You can:

• Enable or disable voice input in app settings
• Control microphone permissions through device settings

6.3 Advertising

You can control advertising preferences:

• Opt out of personalized ads through the User Messaging Platform
• Purchase premium to remove all advertisements
• Reset advertising identifier through device settings

6.4 Data Access and Deletion

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request deletion of your data
• Export your data

7. 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 are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. 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
• Providing notice through the app for significant changes

10. Contact Us

11. 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 whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

12. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to be informed about data collection
• Right of access to your data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision making