Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Horizon Tech Development, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile applications and services.

1. Our Privacy Philosophy

We believe software should respect its users. Unlike many companies that treat user data as a revenue source, we operate on these principles:

  • Minimal Collection: We only collect data that is necessary for the app to function.
  • Local-First: Where possible, data stays on your device. We don't require cloud accounts for basic functionality.
  • No Selling: We never sell your personal information to third parties.
  • Transparency: We're upfront about what we collect and why.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Email address, name (if provided) for apps that require accounts.
  • Content You Create: Data you enter into our apps (jobs, clients, invoices, load data, ride logs, etc.).
  • Communications: If you contact us, we retain those communications.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Analytics: Basic crash reports and anonymous usage statistics to improve app stability.
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version for compatibility purposes.

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Precise location data (unless specifically required by a feature you enable)
  • Browsing history outside our apps
  • Contacts or social media connections
  • Biometric data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Process transactions and send related information
  • Send technical notices and support messages
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • Improve our apps based on how they're used

4. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage: Many of our apps store data primarily on your device. This data remains under your control and is not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly sync or backup.

Cloud Storage: For apps with cloud features (like ContractorApp), your data is stored on secure servers with industry-standard encryption. Access is strictly limited to necessary personnel.

Security: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our services (hosting, payment processing). They are bound by strict confidentiality obligations.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you).

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Export your data in a portable format
  • Opt out of certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at horizontechdevelopment@gmail.com.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, unless legal requirements require longer retention.

8. Children's Privacy

Our apps are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Users

Our services are operated in the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

10. Changes to This 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

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

Email: horizontechdevelopment@gmail.com

12. App-Specific Privacy Information

Some of our apps have additional or specific privacy considerations. Please see: