Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Candles ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use the Candles birthday tracking application (the "Service").
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our Service:
Account Information
- Email address (used for authentication and notifications)
- Display name (optional, provided during sign-up)
Birthday Data
- Names of your contacts
- Birthday dates of your contacts
- Relationship categories (e.g., family, friend, colleague)
- Gift ideas and notes you add for contacts
- Photos you upload for contacts
Preferences
- Notification preferences (email reminder settings)
- App display settings
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide the birthday tracking and reminder service
- Send email notifications based on your preferences
- Authenticate your account and maintain security
- Improve and optimize the Service
- Respond to your support requests
4. Analytics
We use PostHog for anonymous usage analytics to understand how the Service is used and to improve the user experience. This includes information such as pages visited, features used, and general interaction patterns. Analytics data is collected in aggregate and is not used to personally identify you. You can opt out of analytics tracking through your browser settings or by using a browser extension that blocks tracking scripts.
5. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Supabase, a cloud-hosted PostgreSQL database platform. We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and secure authentication protocols. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Affiliate Links
Candles is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. Some of the gift links displayed in the app are affiliate links — when you click an Amazon link and make a qualifying purchase, Candles may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, Candles earns from qualifying purchases.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who help us operate the Service (e.g., Supabase for data hosting, PostHog for analytics)
- When required by law or to respond to legal process
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Candles, our users, or the public
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data
- Delete your account and all associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt out of email notifications at any time through your profile settings
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.
9. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
support@joincandles.app