🐾 Breedr Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Breedr ("we," "our," or "us"). 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 and services.

By using Breedr, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, password (encrypted), phone number (optional)
• Profile Information: Profile photo, location, breeder certifications, business name
• Animal Records: Breed information, pedigrees, health records, photos, breeding history
• Breeding Documentation: Contracts, agreements, signatures, financial records
• Communication Data: Messages sent through the app
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, OS version, unique identifiers
• Usage Data: App features used, screens viewed, interaction patterns
• Location Data: Approximate location for breeder discovery (with permission)
• Log Data: IP address, access times, crash reports

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Store and display animal breeding records
• Calculate genetic compatibility and health predictions
• Send breeding reminders and notifications
• Facilitate connections with other breeders
• Process subscription payments
• Provide customer support
• Improve app features and fix bugs

3. How We Share Your Information

We do NOT sell your personal information.

Service Providers We Use:

• Supabase: Cloud database hosting - USA
• Upstash: Redis caching and messaging - USA
• Stripe: Payment processing - USA (PCI DSS compliant)
• SendGrid: Email delivery - USA
• Sentry: Error tracking - USA
• Google Cloud: API hosting - USA

4. Data Storage and Security

Security Measures:

• ✅ Encryption: Data encrypted in transit (TLS/HTTPS) and at rest (AES-256)
• ✅ Authentication: Secure password hashing (bcrypt), JWT tokens
• ✅ Access Controls: Role-based access, least privilege
• ✅ Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring
• ✅ Backups: Daily automated backups

Data Retention:

• Active Accounts: Data retained while account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Data permanently deleted within 30 days
• Backups: Deleted according to backup retention (7-30 days)

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Correct: Update inaccurate information
• Delete: Request account and data deletion
• Export: Download your data in machine-readable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from promotional emails
• Restrict: Limit data processing for specific purposes

6. Children's Privacy

Breedr is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

7. Regional Privacy Rights

California (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of sale (we don't sell data).

Europe (GDPR)

EEA, UK, and Swiss residents have rights under GDPR including data portability, right to object, and right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.

8. Cookies and Tracking

• Essential Cookies: Required for app functionality
• Analytics: Anonymized usage tracking to improve features
• Preferences: Remember your settings

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you via email or in-app notification of any material changes.

10. Contact Us

Summary

What We Collect	Why We Collect It	Who We Share With
Account info (name, email)	Create and manage your account	Service providers only
Animal records and photos	Provide breeding management tools	Other users (with consent)
Location (approximate)	Connect with nearby breeders	Not shared
Usage data	Improve app features	Anonymized only
Payment information	Process subscriptions	Stripe (secure)

By using Breedr, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Last Updated: February 20, 2026