Last updated: July 6, 2025

Cookie Policy

This policy explains how ChoreGami uses cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve our service.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website or use our app. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and keeping you logged in.

We also use similar technologies like local storage, session storage, and web beacons to enhance your experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

✅ Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.

  • Authentication: Keep you logged into your account
  • Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
  • Preferences: Remember your language and display settings
  • Session Management: Maintain your active session

📊 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how families use ChoreGami so we can improve the service.

  • Usage Analytics: Track which features are most helpful
  • Performance: Monitor page load times and errors
  • User Journey: Understand how families navigate the app
  • Feature Adoption: See which new features are being used

🎯 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

  • Personalization: Remember your family's preferences
  • Feature Settings: Save your customized dashboard layout
  • Accessibility: Remember accessibility preferences
  • Recent Activity: Show your recent chores and activities

3. Third-Party Cookies

3.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

ServicePurposeCookie TypeDuration
StripePayment processing and fraud preventionEssentialSession

3.2 Social Login Providers

When you use social login (Google, Apple), these providers may set their own cookies according to their privacy policies. We don't control these cookies directly.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit ChoreGami, we'll ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can change your mind at any time using the options below.

4.2 In-App Cookie Settings

Manage cookies directly in ChoreGami:

  1. Go to Account Settings → Privacy
  2. Click "Cookie Preferences"
  3. Toggle categories on/off as desired
  4. Save your preferences

4.3 Browser Controls

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies

Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent ChoreGami from working properly. You may not be able to log in or use key features.

5. Progressive Web App (PWA) Data Storage

5.1 PWA Local Storage

ChoreGami is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works seamlessly across all devices through your web browser. We don't have native mobile apps in app stores.

When you use ChoreGami on mobile devices, we use browser-based local storage:

  • App Preferences: Your settings and customizations
  • Offline Data: Recent chores and family info for offline use
  • Authentication Tokens: Keep you logged in securely
  • Cache Data: Improve app performance and loading times
  • PWA Installation Data: "Add to Home Screen" preferences

5.2 Clearing PWA Data

To clear stored data from ChoreGami PWA on mobile devices:

iOS Safari

Settings → Safari → Advanced → Website Data → Remove All Website Data

Or visit choregami.app → Share → Remove from Home Screen

Android Chrome

Chrome → Settings → Privacy and Security → Clear Browsing Data

Or hold the ChoreGami icon → App Info → Storage → Clear Storage

5.3 PWA Installation

ChoreGami can be installed as a PWA on your device for an app-like experience. When installed, it uses the same browser storage but provides offline functionality and home screen access.

6. Children's Privacy and Cookies

6.1 COPPA Compliance

For children under 13, we only use essential cookies necessary for the service to function. No tracking or advertising cookies are used for children's accounts.

6.2 Parental Control

Parents can manage cookie settings for their children's accounts:

  • View what data is collected from children
  • Control analytics and functional cookies for child accounts
  • Request deletion of child data at any time
  • Monitor child's app usage and interactions

7. International Considerations

7.1 GDPR (European Union)

For EU users, we comply with GDPR cookie requirements:

  • Clear consent for non-essential cookies
  • Easy withdrawal of consent
  • Detailed information about each cookie's purpose
  • Regular consent renewal (every 13 months)

7.2 Other Jurisdictions

We follow local privacy laws in all jurisdictions where ChoreGami is available, including ePrivacy Directive, PIPEDA, and other applicable regulations.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. When we make significant changes:

  • We'll notify you through the app or by email
  • We'll ask for renewed consent if required
  • We'll provide 30 days' notice for material changes

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy shows when it was last revised.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

General Questions

  • Email: privacy@choregami.app
  • Phone: 1-800-CHORE-GAMI
  • Response Time: Within 48 hours

Technical Support

  • Email: support@choregami.app
  • In-App: Help & Support section
  • Live Chat: Available 9am-5pm PT

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