Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to TaskMate ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our task management application and services.

TaskMate is a productivity application that helps users organize tasks, set priorities, and collaborate with others. This policy applies to all users of our web and mobile applications.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using TaskMate:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Optional profile photo and display name
• Task Data: Tasks, categories, notes, due dates, and priorities you create
• Communication Data: Messages sent through our chat feature to other users
• Support Communications: Information you provide when contacting customer support

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use TaskMate, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage Data: Features used, time spent, actions performed
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed
• Cookies: We use essential cookies for authentication and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: Enable core functionality like task management and user collaboration
• Account Management: Create and maintain your account, authenticate access
• Improve Service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
• Communication: Send notifications, updates, and respond to inquiries
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

• With Other Users: When you use chat features, your messages are visible to recipients
• Service Providers: Trusted third-party services (hosting, email, analytics) under strict confidentiality
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• End-to-end encryption for data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encrypted storage of passwords using bcrypt hashing
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Secure authentication with email verification
• Regular backups to prevent data loss
• Access controls and monitoring to prevent unauthorized access

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we must retain it for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or fraud prevention.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Export: Download your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Object: Object to processing of your data in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@taskmate.com

8. Children's Privacy

TaskMate 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 a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. 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 compliance with this privacy policy and applicable data protection laws, including GDPR for European users.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice in the application. Your continued use of TaskMate after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.