ONALA: Expense & Budget Tracker Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 2026
Effective Date: March 2026
Introduction
Welcome to ONALA: Expense & Budget Tracker ("ONALA," "we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").
By downloading, installing, or using ONALA, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the App.
Company Information
Company: ONALA House LLC Location: Clinton, Maryland, United States Contact Email: onala.business@gmail.com
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you use ONALA, you may voluntarily provide the following information:
Account Information: Email address and password when you create an account (managed through Google Firebase Authentication)
Financial Data: Transaction details, account balances, budgets, goals, categories, and other financial information you choose to enter into the App
Profile Information: Profile picture (if you choose to upload one), display name, and preferences
Information Collected Automatically
When you use the App, certain information may be collected automatically:
Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
Usage Data: App features used, interaction patterns, crash reports, and performance data
Log Data: Access times, pages viewed, and other system activity
This automatic data collection is facilitated through Google Firebase services for the purpose of app functionality, authentication, and improving user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To Provide the Service: Enable you to track expenses, manage budgets, set financial goals, and use all App features
To Maintain Your Account: Authenticate your identity and manage your account settings
To Sync Your Data: Allow you to access your financial data across multiple devices
To Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features, fix bugs, and improve performance
To Communicate: Respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and send service-related notifications
To Ensure Security: Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
Data Storage and Security
Where Your Data is Stored
Your data is stored using Google Firebase services, including:
Firebase Authentication: For secure account management
Cloud Firestore: For storing your financial data and preferences
Google Firebase employs industry-standard security measures and is compliant with major privacy regulations. Data may be stored on servers located in the United States or other countries where Google operates data centers.
Data Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
Secure authentication protocols
Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
Access controls and authentication requirements
Regular security assessments
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT:
Sell your personal information to any third party
Share your financial data with advertisers or marketing companies
Use your data for advertising purposes
Provide your information to data brokers
Limited Sharing
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: With Google Firebase for authentication, data storage, and app functionality. Google's privacy practices are governed by their own privacy policy.
Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
You have the right to:
Access: View all personal and financial data stored in your account through the App
Correct: Update or modify your information at any time within the App
Delete: Delete your account and all associated data permanently
Export: Export your financial data through the App's export feature
Account Deletion
You can delete your account and all associated data at any time by:
Going to Profile > Account Settings
Selecting "Delete Account"
Confirming deletion
Upon deletion, all your personal information and financial data will be permanently removed from our systems within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
Opt-Out Options
Push Notifications: You can disable push notifications through your device settings
Data Sync: You can choose to use the App in offline mode without syncing to the cloud
Children's Privacy
ONALA is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 17. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 17. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 17, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at onala.business@gmail.com.
International Data Transfers
ONALA is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the App from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where Google maintains data centers.
By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules than your country.
Third-Party Services
The App uses the following third-party services:
Google Firebase Purpose: Authentication, data storage, analytics Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy Data Processing: https://firebase.google.com/terms/data-processing-terms
Apple App Store / Google Play Store Purpose: App distribution, in-app purchases, subscription management Apple Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/ Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the App's services. Upon account deletion:
Immediate: Your data becomes inaccessible
Within 30 days: All personal data is permanently deleted from our active systems
Backup Systems: Data may persist in backup systems for up to 90 days before complete removal
We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention, legal compliance).
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at onala.business@gmail.com.
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Right of Access: Request access to your personal data
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict Processing: Request restriction of processing your data
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
Legal Basis for Processing:
Contract: Processing necessary to provide the App's services
Consent: Where you have given explicit consent
Legitimate Interests: For app improvement and security
To exercise these rights, contact us at onala.business@gmail.com.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Sending a notification through the App (for significant changes)
Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
ONALA House LLC Clinton, Maryland, United States Email: onala.business@gmail.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
Consent
By using ONALA: Expense & Budget Tracker, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use the App.
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