1. INTRODUCTION

K.M.F. Development ("we," "us," or "our") operates the K.M.F. Trading Journal mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our App.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the App.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (required for authentication)
• Password (encrypted and stored securely)

We DO NOT collect:

• Your name (unless you voluntarily provide it)
• Physical address
• Phone number
• Payment information (handled by Google Play)
• Personal photos (only trade-related screenshots you upload)

2.2 Trading Data

To provide App functionality, we collect and store:

• Trade details (instrument, entry price, exit price, lot size, profit/loss)
• Trade notes and ratings
• Pre-trade checklist responses
• Weekly review responses
• Photos/screenshots you attach to trades
• Account balance information (user-entered)
• Timestamps for all activities

2.3 Technical and Usage Data

We automatically collect:

• Device model and operating system version
• App version
• IP address (temporary, for authentication purposes)
• Crash logs and error reports
• Usage analytics (screens viewed, features used, session duration)
• Unique device identifiers

This data is collected through Firebase Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

3.1 To Provide App Functionality

• Authenticate your account
• Store and sync your trading data across devices
• Calculate trading statistics and performance metrics
• Generate PDF reports
• Display your trading history and analytics

3.2 To Improve the App

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features
• Identify and fix bugs and crashes
• Optimize app performance
• Develop new features based on user behavior

3.3 To Communicate With You

• Respond to your support requests
• Send important updates about the App (if necessary)
• Notify you about policy changes

We DO NOT use your data for:

• Marketing or advertising purposes
• Selling to third parties
• Unrelated commercial purposes

4. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

4.1 Service Providers

We share your information with the following service providers:

• Google Firebase (Google LLC)
  • Purpose: Authentication, cloud storage, analytics, crash reporting
  • Data shared: All data described in Section 2
  • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

We DO NOT share your data with:

• Advertisers or advertising networks
• Data brokers
• Social media platforms
• Any other third parties for commercial purposes

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government requests).

5. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

5.1 Storage Location

Your data is stored on secure Google Cloud servers in the European Union (eur3 region), ensuring compliance with European data protection standards including GDPR.

5.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption at rest (Firebase Firestore encrypted by default)
• Secure authentication (Firebase Authentication)
• Password hashing (your password is never stored in plain text)
• Regular security updates

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5.3 Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time.

6. YOUR DATA RIGHTS

Under GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and other applicable laws, you have the following rights:

6.1 Right to Access

You can access all your data through the App at any time.

6.2 Right to Rectification

You can edit or correct your trading data, notes, and settings within the App.

6.3 Right to Deletion ("Right to be Forgotten")

You can request deletion of your account and all associated data by:

• Using the "Delete Account" feature in the App Settings
• Contacting us at kmf45.ai@gmail.com

When you delete your account:

• All your trading data will be permanently deleted
• Your authentication information will be removed
• This action cannot be undone

6.4 Right to Data Portability

You can export your trading data in PDF format using the built-in export feature.

6.5 Right to Object

You can object to data processing by discontinuing use of the App and deleting your account.

6.6 Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw consent for data collection at any time by deleting your account.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at kmf45.ai@gmail.com

7. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The App is not intended for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect 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, and we will delete such information.

8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information is stored in the European Union (eur3 region). If you are accessing the App from outside the EU, your data will be transferred to and stored in EU servers, which provide strong data protection standards.

9. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

The App uses Firebase Analytics and similar technologies to collect usage information. These technologies use identifiers to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use the App
• Improve app performance

Essential tracking required for app functionality cannot be disabled. You can opt out of analytics by deleting your account.

10. 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 in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

For significant changes, we will provide more prominent notice (such as an in-app notification).

Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.