Privacy Policy

At Swerl, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use the Swerl website, application, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).

By using Swerl, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information you provide

When you use Swerl, you may provide:

  • Account information (such as email address, display name)
  • Household-related data (tasks, contributions, time spent, moods, notes)
  • Messages or appreciation sent to other household members
  • Feedback or support requests

b. Information collected automatically

We may collect limited technical data, including:

  • Device type and browser
  • Pages viewed and interactions within the app
  • Approximate location (country or region)
  • Anonymous usage and analytics data

This data helps us understand how Swerl is used and improve the Service.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and operate the Service
  • Enable shared household features
  • Improve usability, performance, and reliability
  • Communicate with you about the Service
  • Ensure security and prevent misuse

We do not sell your personal data.

3. Household Data and Shared Visibility

Swerl is designed for shared households.

By joining or creating a household, you understand that:

  • Certain data (such as contributions, summaries, or appreciation messages) may be visible to other members of the same household
  • Household members can see shared activity, but not private account credentials

You control what you log and share within your household.

4. Analytics and Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party tools to help operate and improve Swerl, such as:

  • Analytics providers
  • Hosting and infrastructure services
  • Authentication providers

These services process data on our behalf and are required to protect it. They do not have permission to use your data for their own purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Swerl may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Keep you signed in
  • Understand how the Service is used
  • Improve performance and experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not work properly without them.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Service
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Improve the product

You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure storage
  • Access controls
  • Industry-standard security practices

However, no system is 100% secure. You use the Service at your own risk.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

9. Children’s Privacy

Swerl is not intended for children under 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided data, please contact us so we can remove it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

If changes are significant, we will make reasonable efforts to notify users. Continued use of the Service means you accept the updated policy.

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