Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2026

            Summary: GrowPlanner stores all your data locally on your device. We don't collect personal information, and your garden plans never leave your phone.
        

Introduction

Smart Penguins ("we," "our," or "us") operates the GrowPlanner mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our App.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. GrowPlanner is designed with a privacy-first approach, keeping your data on your device.

Information We Collect

Data Stored Locally

GrowPlanner stores the following information locally on your device:

Your planting batches and tasks
App settings (theme preference, language, notification time)
Your USDA hardiness zone and frost dates
Onboarding completion status

This data is stored using your device's local storage (SQLite database and AsyncStorage) and is never transmitted to our servers.

Data We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect, store, or transmit:

Personal identification information (name, email, address)
Location data
Device identifiers
Usage analytics or tracking data
Any data to third-party analytics services

Third-Party Services

App Store Services

When you download GrowPlanner from Google Play or the Apple App Store, those platforms may collect data according to their own privacy policies. We do not have access to this data.

In-App Purchases

If you make an in-app purchase, the transaction is processed entirely by Google Play or Apple. We do not receive or store your payment information.

Local Notifications

GrowPlanner can send you local notifications to remind you about gardening tasks. These notifications are generated and scheduled entirely on your device. No notification data is sent to our servers.

You can disable notifications at any time through the App settings or your device's system settings.

Data Security

Since all your data is stored locally on your device, its security depends on your device's security measures. We recommend:

Using a device passcode or biometric lock
Keeping your device's operating system up to date
Being cautious about installing apps from unknown sources

Data Retention and Deletion

Your data remains on your device until you choose to delete it. You can:

Delete individual batches and tasks within the App
Clear all App data through your device's settings
Uninstall the App to remove all associated data

Children's Privacy

GrowPlanner does not knowingly collect any personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect personal information from any users, the App is safe for users of all ages.

Changes to This Policy

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

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: support@smartpenguins.io

            Your Privacy Matters: We built GrowPlanner to help you garden better, not to collect your data. If you have any concerns or suggestions about how we handle privacy, we'd love to hear from you.
        