Privacy Policy
Your privacy and data security are our top priorities. Learn how we protect your information.
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Overview
Shariz ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application for splitting bills and managing group expenses.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- •Account Data: Name, email address, phone number
- •Profile Information: Profile picture, display name, preferences
- •Contacts: Access to contacts (with permission) to find friends using Shariz
Financial Information
- •Bill Data: Restaurant names, bill amounts, itemized expenses
- •Split Calculations: How expenses are divided among participants
- •Payment History: Records of payments made and received
Device Information
- •Device ID: For app analytics and crash reporting
- •App Usage: Feature usage statistics to improve the app
- •Location: Optional location data for nearby restaurant suggestions
Camera Permission
Why We Need It
- ✓Scan bills for automatic entry
- ✓OCR text processing
- ✓Enhanced convenience
How We Protect It
- ✓Local device processing
- ✓End-to-end encryption
- ✓Easy deletion options
Your Control
- ✓Completely optional
- ✓Manage anytime in settings
- ✓Delete data on demand
How We Use Your Information
Core Functionality
Process bill splits, manage groups, and facilitate payments
Communication
Send notifications about bill updates and payment requests
Improvement
Analyze app usage to enhance features and performance
Security
Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
Data Sharing
With Participants
Bill details are shared only with people you explicitly add to bills. Contact information is shared only when you send friend requests.
With Service Providers
- Payment Processors: Secure payment handling (encrypted)
- Cloud Storage: Encrypted data backup and synchronization
- Analytics: Anonymized usage data for app improvement
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights.
Data Security
Encryption
All sensitive data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols.
- • 256-bit SSL encryption
- • Secure payment processing
- • PCI-DSS compliant
Protection
Industry-standard security measures protect your data at all times.
- • Limited access controls
- • Regular security audits
- • Continuous monitoring
Your Privacy Rights
View Data
Access all personal information we have about you
Update Information
Modify your profile and preferences anytime
Delete Account
Request complete account deletion
Data Export
Download your data in a portable format
Questions About Your Privacy?
We're committed to transparency. Reach out with any questions about this Privacy Policy.
Privacy Questions
Policy & data handling
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General Support
App support & assistance
[email protected]
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Consent
By using Shariz, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.