Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to b4ugo ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our collaborative shopping list application.
Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the application.
2. Information We Collect
Account Information: When you register, we collect your email address and display name. This information is used to create and manage your account, authenticate you, and allow other household members to identify you within shared lists.
Shopping List Data: We store the shopping lists you create, including product names, quantities, categories, brands, notes, and any images you upload. This data is necessary to provide the core functionality of the app.
Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the app, including session duration, features used, and general activity patterns. This helps us improve the product.
Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including device type, operating system, and browser type, to optimize app performance and compatibility.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our services
- Enable real-time synchronization of shared shopping lists between household members
- Improve, personalize, and expand our services
- Understand and analyze how you use our app
- Develop new features and functionality
- Send you transactional emails, such as list-sharing invitations
- Prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
With Other Users: When you share a list with another person, that person can see the items on that list and your display name. You control who you share lists with.
Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics). These parties are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or other governmental authority.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
6. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS), access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session and remember your preferences. We also use Google AdSense, which may serve personalized advertisements based on your browsing behavior. You can opt out of personalized ads through Google's Ad Settings.
8. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time through your account settings. You may also request a copy of your data or withdraw consent for processing where applicable.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice in the app or sending an email. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the app's "Report a Problem" feature or via our website.