TreeKit Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 22, 2025

1. Introduction

TreeKit ("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 application and cloud synchronization services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Note Content: Tree-structured notes, text content, and organizational data you create within the app
Account Information: User credentials for cloud synchronization (if enabled)
Tree Structure Data: Information about note hierarchies, node relationships, and organization
Preferences: Your app settings, customization choices, and display preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers
Usage Data: Features you use, time spent in the app, and interaction patterns
Sync Data: Device identifiers for multi-device synchronization
Advertising ID: For serving relevant advertisements through Google AdMob

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide and maintain the TreeKit service and synchronization functionality
Store your note data locally on your device and sync across your devices
Enable real-time collaboration and multi-device access to your notes
Improve app functionality, performance, and user experience
Display relevant advertisements through Google AdMob
Analyze app usage to improve features and stability
Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

4. Data Storage and Security

Your note data is stored both locally on your device and on our secure cloud servers (if you enable synchronization). We implement industry-standard security measures including:

Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Regular security audits and monitoring

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain the highest security standards.

5. Data Synchronization

TreeKit offers optional cloud synchronization to access your notes across multiple devices. When you enable sync:

Your note content is transmitted to our servers via encrypted connections
Data is stored on secure servers to enable multi-device access
You can disable synchronization at any time from app settings
Disabling sync will keep data local to your device only

6. Third-Party Services

6.1 Google AdMob

TreeKit uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use data including:

Advertising ID and device identifiers
Device information (model, OS version)
IP address and general location data
App usage information and interaction data

For more information, please review Google's Privacy Policy and AdMob's Privacy Information.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal note content to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (like cloud hosting) that help us operate our service
Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or governmental request
Security Protection: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: View and access your note data within the app at any time
Export: Export your notes to external files or formats
Delete: Delete individual notes, trees, or all data through the app or by uninstalling
Disable Sync: Turn off cloud synchronization to keep data local only
Opt-out of Ads: Manage personalized advertising through your device settings
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

9. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as:

Your account is active and you continue using TreeKit
Necessary to provide you with our services
Required by law or for legitimate business purposes

When you delete your account or uninstall the app, your local data is removed immediately. Cloud data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion.

10. Children's Privacy

TreeKit is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Providing an in-app notification of significant changes
Posting the updated policy on our website and in the app

Your continued use of TreeKit after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]
Response Time: We typically respond within 48-72 hours

14. Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request information about data collection and the right to request deletion of your personal information.