Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Count My Stay is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information:

• Account and workspace data: To use the day tracking workspace you create an account with email and password (via Firebase Authentication). Your tracking years and stay entries are stored in a cloud database (Firebase/Firestore) under your user ID. Only you can read or write your own document, as enforced by our security rules.
• Automatically Collected Information: Like most websites, we may collect certain information automatically, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns through standard web technologies such as cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our day tracking services
• Analyze website usage and trends to enhance user experience
• Ensure website security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage

Your workspace data is stored in your account in Firebase/Firestore. This means:

• Data is associated with your login and can sync when you sign in on another device
• You can stop using the service or request account deletion according to our policies and Firebase tools
• Cookie consent and similar preferences may still use browser storage (see our cookie notice)

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase (Google): We use Firebase Authentication and Cloud Firestore for sign-in and storing your workspace data. See Firebase privacy information.
• Google AdSense: We display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing history. You can learn more about how Google uses data at Google's Privacy Policy.
• Google Fonts: We use Google Fonts to display text. Google may collect information about font usage. Learn more at Google Fonts FAQ.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve website functionality and user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your workspace data by signing in to your account
• Delete or export data as described in Firebase/your account settings where applicable
• Opt out of personalized advertising through Google's Ad Settings
• Request information about data we may have collected (if any)

7. Children's Privacy

Count My Stay is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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 on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

10. Contact Us

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

• Email: hello@avaiyasoftware.com
• Website: countmystay.com/contact

11. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users in California
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations