Privacy Policy for HourInvoice

Effective Date: June 9, 2025

HourInvoice ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.hourinvoice.com and related mobile applications available on the Apple App Store (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Services. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our Services. The types of information we may collect include:

Personal Information: When you register for an account or use our Services, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact information you voluntarily provide.
Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Services, such as your IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps.
App-Specific Data: For users of our mobile applications, we may collect data related to your use of the app, such as invoicing details, time tracking information, or other data you input to utilize the app’s functionality.
Analytics Data: We use analytics tools to collect anonymized data about your use of our Services to improve performance and user experience.

We do not collect any information beyond what is necessary for the operation of our Services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely for the following purposes:

To provide, operate, and maintain our Services.
To process transactions, generate invoices, and manage your account.
To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries, providing customer support, and sending service-related updates.
To analyze usage trends and improve the functionality and performance of our Services.
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

We do not use your information for marketing purposes or share it with third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Services (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors, or analytics providers). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such transfer and any choices you may have regarding your information.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Choices and Rights

You have the following rights regarding your information:

Access and Update: You may access and update your account information through your account settings.
Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [email protected]. We will delete your information unless we are required to retain it for legal or operational purposes.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving service-related communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us.

Residents of certain jurisdictions, such as California, may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws (e.g., the California Consumer Privacy Act). Please see Section 10 for more details.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide our Services or comply with legal obligations. When your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. International Users

Our Services are hosted in the United States and are subject to U.S. law. If you access our Services from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer and processing.

10. California Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the following rights:

Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, as well as the purposes for which it is used.
Right to Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will verify your identity before processing your request. California residents may also designate an authorized agent to make requests on their behalf, subject to verification.

Under California’s “Shine the Light” law, you may request information about our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. We do not disclose personal information for such purposes.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website or through other communication channels. The “Effective Date” at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.

12. Disclaimer of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, HourInvoice shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from or related to the collection, use, or disclosure of your information, including any unauthorized access to or loss of your information. By using our Services, you acknowledge that you provide your information at your own risk.

13. Contact Us

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

HourInvoice
Email: [email protected]