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Last Updated: October 27, 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how FinShields collects, uses, and protects your data.

Introduction

Welcome to FinShields! We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in an open and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile and web application. By using FinShields, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

• Personal Information: When you sign up, we collect your name, email address, and other contact details.
• Financial Data: This includes bank details, investment information, insurance policies, and any financial documents you upload.
• Device & App Usage Data: IP address, device type, OS, usage patterns, and features you interact with.

How We Use Your Information

• Provide, operate, and maintain our services.
• Improve and personalize user experience.
• Analyze usage and performance.
• Develop new features and improvements.
• Communicate for support, updates, and marketing.

AI and Analytics Usage

We use AI models such as Gemini and GPT to provide budget suggestions and insights. Your data may be anonymized and used to train these models, but it will never be linked back to you personally.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is securely stored using cloud services such as Cloudinary and Google Drive. We use Firebase Authentication for secure login. We employ technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information.

Third-Party Services

We rely on trusted third-party services. Please review their individual privacy policies:

• Cloudinary
• Firebase
• Google Drive API
• Gemini AI API

Your Rights

Under GDPR and India’s DPDP Act 2023, you have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
• Withdraw consent at any time.
• Object to how we process your data.

Data Retention Policy

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, and to comply with legal obligations.

Children’s Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under 18. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted here, and we encourage you to review the policy regularly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: privacy@finshields.com

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