Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 6, 2025

1. Introduction

Priority Announcement Bar ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Shopify application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Shopify

When you install our app, we collect:

Store name and domain
Store owner email address
Shop configuration and settings
Product information (only as needed for app functionality)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

App usage statistics
Error logs and performance data
Feature usage patterns

2.3 Announcement Bar Data

We store:

Announcement bar content and configurations
Display settings and customizations
Scheduling information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain the Priority Announcement Bar service
Display announcement bars on your storefront
Process subscription payments
Provide customer support
Improve our app functionality
Send important service updates
Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
Secure database storage
Regular security audits
Access controls and authentication

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Railway.app, a trusted infrastructure provider.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share information with:

Shopify: As required for app functionality through Shopify's API
Service Providers: Such as hosting providers (Railway.app), payment processors, and analytics services that help us operate the app
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights

6. Data Retention

We retain your information:

While your store has the app installed
For 90 days after uninstallation (for backup and recovery purposes)
As required by law for financial and legal compliance

You can request immediate deletion of your data by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of your data
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate data
Deletion: Request deletion of your data
Export: Request a portable copy of your data
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [YOUR EMAIL]

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies and tracking technologies:

Essential Cookies: Required for app authentication and functionality
Analytics: To understand how merchants use our app (anonymized)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may limit app functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

11. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Right to restrict processing
Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

12. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have the right to:

Know what personal information is collected
Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
Opt-out of the sale of personal information
Request deletion of personal information
Non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

Note: We do not sell personal information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

Posting the new policy on this page
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending an email notification (for major changes)

14. Contact Us

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

Email: [YOUR SUPPORT EMAIL]
App: Priority Announcement Bar
Website: [YOUR WEBSITE]

15. Shopify-Specific Information

This app is built on Shopify's platform. For information about how Shopify handles your data, please review Shopify's Privacy Policy at: https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy