Privacy Policy

Introduction

Homestead Tools ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our software and services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Email address (for purchase confirmations and support)
• Name (for billing purposes)
• Payment information (processed securely through our payment processor)

Usage Information

• Software version and update information
• General usage statistics (anonymized)
• Error reports (to improve software stability)

Local Data

All your homestead data, projects, and personal information created within the software are stored locally on your device. We do not have access to this information.

How We Use Your Information

• Process your purchase and provide customer support
• Send important software updates and security notifications
• Improve our software based on anonymized usage patterns
• Comply with legal obligations

Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your payment information is processed through secure, PCI-compliant payment processors and is never stored on our servers.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except:

• To trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (payment processors, email services)
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In the event of a business transfer or merger (with prior notice)

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data we hold
• Correct inaccurate personal data
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw consent at any time

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses minimal cookies for essential functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party analytics that compromise your privacy. The software operates offline and does not track your usage behavior.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information 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 applicable privacy laws.

Changes to This Policy

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

Contact Us

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

Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.