Privacy Policy - TaxMate by BLKQ

Introduction

BLKQ LLC ("we," "our," or "us") operates the TaxMate mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using TaxMate, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

TaxMate is designed with privacy in mind. The financial information you enter into the App for tax calculations (such as income, deductions, and filing status) is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

Your sensitive financial data stays on your device. We do not collect, store, or have access to your tax calculation inputs or results.

Automatically Collected Information

When you use TaxMate, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers
Usage Data: App feature usage, session duration, and interaction patterns (anonymized)
Crash Reports: Technical information about app crashes to help us improve stability

Third-Party Services

TaxMate uses the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google AdMob: To display advertisements. AdMob may collect device identifiers and usage data for ad personalization. You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings.
Firebase Analytics: To understand app usage patterns and improve our service. This data is collected anonymously.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain the App's functionality
Improve and optimize the user experience
Analyze usage patterns to develop new features
Display relevant advertisements
Detect and prevent technical issues
Respond to your support requests

Data Storage and Security

Your tax calculation data is stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms provided by the operating system. We do not have access to this data.

For data that is transmitted to our services (such as crash reports and analytics), we implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share anonymized, aggregated data with:

Service providers who assist in operating our App
Analytics partners to help us understand App usage
Advertising partners to display relevant ads

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

Data Deletion: You can delete all locally stored data by uninstalling the App
Ad Preferences: You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings
Analytics Opt-Out: You can limit data collection through your device's privacy settings

Children's Privacy

TaxMate is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: taxmate@blkq.com

Website: Contact Form