Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

TL;DR: We don't collect your data. Everything stays on your device. If you use Google Drive backup, it goes to YOUR Google Drive, not ours.

1. Introduction

Welcome to TradingLog. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our mobile application.

This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

[Your Name or Company Name]
[Your Address]
[Your City, Postal Code]
[Your Country]
Email: [Your Email]

3. Data We Collect and How We Use It

3.1 App Usage Data

What we collect: Nothing. The TradingLog app stores all your trading data, journal entries, and settings locally on your device only.

We do NOT collect, transmit, or store:

  • Your trading data
  • Your journal entries
  • Your personal information
  • Your device information
  • Usage analytics or statistics
  • Crash reports (unless you explicitly send them)

3.2 Google Drive Backup (Optional)

If you choose to enable the optional Google Drive backup feature:

  • Your data is backed up to YOUR personal Google Drive account
  • The backup is encrypted before being uploaded
  • We have NO access to your Google Drive or the backed-up data
  • The data transfer occurs directly between your device and Google's servers
  • Google's Privacy Policy applies to data stored in your Google Drive: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.3 Website Data

When you visit our website (this page), minimal technical data is collected by our hosting provider for security and performance purposes:

  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Date and time of access
  • Referrer URL

This data is stored in server log files and is automatically deleted after [30 days]. We use this data solely for security purposes and to ensure the website functions properly.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we process personal data on the following legal bases:

  • Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): Server log files for security and technical functionality
  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): Google Drive backup (you explicitly enable this feature)

5. Data Retention

  • App data: Stored on your device until you delete the app or clear the data
  • Google Drive backup: Remains in your Google Drive until you delete it
  • Server logs: Automatically deleted after [30 days]

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of Access: You can request information about what personal data we hold about you
  • Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restriction: You can request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a machine-readable format
  • Right to Object: You can object to data processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time (e.g., disable Google Drive backup)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Your Email]

7. Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe we have not handled your personal data properly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. In the EU, you can find your local data protection authority at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en

8. Data Security

We take data security seriously:

  • All data is stored locally on your device, protected by your device's security measures
  • Google Drive backups are encrypted before upload
  • This website uses HTTPS encryption
  • We use self-hosted fonts to avoid third-party tracking

9. Third-Party Services

The only third-party service we integrate with is Google Drive (optional, user-initiated):

We do NOT use:

  • Analytics services (Google Analytics, etc.)
  • Advertising networks
  • Social media tracking pixels
  • Third-party cookies

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website does not use cookies. The TradingLog app does not use cookies or similar tracking technologies.

11. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose about you.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information.
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at johannes@jrdevdesign.com.

12. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your personal information.

11. Children's Privacy

TradingLog is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Since all data is stored locally on your device, there are no international data transfers, except when you use Google Drive backup. In that case, data may be transferred to Google's servers, which may be located outside your country. Google complies with GDPR and provides appropriate safeguards for international transfers.

13. Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

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

Email: [Your Email]
Address: [Your Full Address]

16. Data Processing Agreement

For users in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland: By using TradingLog, you acknowledge that:

  • You control all data entered into the app
  • We do not have access to your trading data
  • You are responsible for backing up your own data
  • If you use Google Drive backup, you agree to Google's terms and privacy policy

This Privacy Policy was last updated in October 2025.