Introduction

Furry Assistant 1 ("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 related services (collectively, the "App").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the App.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Account information (name, email address, profile picture) when you sign in
• Pet information (pet names, species, breed, age, weight, photos)
• Health records you choose to store (vet visits, medications, vaccinations)
• Activity data (walks, playtime, GPS location data when tracking activities)
• Nutrition and hydration logs
• Behavior tracking notes
• Expense records
• Emergency contact information you provide

Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (features used, time spent in app)
• Location data (only when you actively use GPS tracking features)

Camera and Photo Access

The App may request access to your device's camera and photo library to:

• Take photos of your pets for their profiles
• Upload existing photos from your device
• Capture images of health documents or prescriptions

Camera access is only used when you explicitly choose to add or update photos. Photos are stored securely and are only visible to you unless you choose to share them.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the App
• Create and manage your account
• Store and display your pet information
• Send medication and appointment reminders
• Generate AI-powered nutrition and behavior suggestions
• Track activities and display GPS routes
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Send important updates about the App
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We share data with third-party services that help us operate the App, including:
  • OpenAI (for AI-powered features - anonymized queries only)
  • Google Places API (for finding local pet services)
  • Cloud storage providers (for photo storage)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• With Your Consent: When you choose to share pet profiles via QR codes or social media

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising

Optional affiliate links and sponsorships: These placements are disabled until configured. If enabled in the future, affiliate links and sponsored placements will be clearly labeled. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases or receive payment for sponsored placements. These optional placements do not unlock pet-care features and do not belong in health, medication, AI-care, or emergency guidance.

Core pet-care tools are free. No subscription required. We display advertising, with optional $1.99 one-time ad removal, and use cookies and similar technologies to understand how the App is used and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing. The first time you visit, we'll show you a banner asking whether to accept or decline these cookies. You can change your mind anytime by clearing your browser's site data for Furry Assistant 1 or using the controls in your account Settings.

When you accept, we may set cookies and pixels from the following providers:

First-party usage measurement: With analytics consent, we record page views, campaign source, and the referring domain, not form text. We also record operational counts of authenticated feature use. These records can be associated with your account ID and are not anonymous. We use them to understand how people find and use the App and to improve it.

• Google Analytics 4 — Aggregated, anonymized usage statistics (which pages are visited, how long you stay) so we can improve the App. IP addresses are anonymized.
• Google Ads — Conversion measurement so we can tell which advertising campaigns successfully bring new users to the App.
• Google AdSense — Third-party advertising network that shows ads inside Furry Assistant 1. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. With your consent, ads may be personalized; without consent, ads will be non-personalized (contextual). Advertising supports the free core tools.

We use Google Consent Mode v2, which means analytics and advertising cookies are disabled by default until you explicitly accept them. If you decline, you'll still see ads, but they'll be non-personalized (based only on the page content, not your browsing history).

You can opt out of personalized Google advertising at any time at adssettings.google.com, manage third-party vendor cookies at aboutads.info (US) or youronlinechoices.eu (EU), or install the official Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your pet records, health data, or account details with advertisers — advertising is served based on the page being viewed and, with your consent, your general browsing signals (handled by Google), not the contents of your account.

Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. Your data is stored on secure servers with encryption in transit and at rest.

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

Data Retention and Account Deletion

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services.

You can delete your account at any time through the App by going to Settings and selecting "Delete Account" in the Danger Zone section. This will permanently and immediately delete:

• Your account and profile information
• All pet profiles and photos
• Health records, medications, and vet visit history
• Activity logs and GPS tracking data
• Nutrition and behavior logs
• Expenses and reminders

Account deletion is immediate and irreversible. You may also request deletion by contacting us at the email below.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Disable location tracking in your device settings
• Withdraw consent for data collection

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@furryassistant1.com.

Location Data

The App uses GPS location data only when you actively start an activity tracking session. Location tracking is never performed in the background without your knowledge. You can disable location services for the App at any time through your device settings.

Children's Privacy

The 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.

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 data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• App Name: Furry Assistant 1
• Email: support@furryassistant1.com

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You have the right to request disclosure of collected information, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.