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# Privacy Policy

> How Tag History collects, uses, and protects your data

*Last updated: June 2026*

## Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Simplicity Apps ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use the Tag History app (the "App") for Shopify.

## Information We Collect

### Store Information

When you install the App, we collect and store:

* **Store domain** — Your Shopify store URL
* **Access tokens** — Required to authenticate API requests
* **Installation data** — Date and time of installation
* **Subscription/plan status** — To enforce usage limits and unlock Premium features

### Tag Change Data

When tags are added or removed on orders, products, or customers in your store, we collect:

* **Entity identifier** — The Shopify ID of the order, product, or customer whose tags changed
* **Entity name** — A human-readable label (e.g. order number, product title, customer name)
* **Tag change details** — Which tags were added or removed, and the resulting tag state
* **Timestamp** — When the change occurred
* **Attribution** — The Shopify user ID and display name of the staff member who made the change (when using our extension)

We **do not** collect customer personal information such as email addresses, phone numbers, or payment details beyond what is listed above.

### Usage Information

We automatically collect:

* **Monthly usage counts** — To track and enforce Free plan limits
* **App usage statistics** — Which features you use
* **Error logs** — To troubleshoot technical issues

## How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

**Provide App Functionality**

* Record and display tag change history across your store
* Attribute changes to the correct staff member
* Enable comments on history entries (Premium feature)
* Export tag history data to CSV (Premium feature)

**Improve the App**

* Analyse usage patterns to enhance features
* Fix bugs and technical issues
* Develop new features based on merchant needs

**Communicate with You**

* Send important app updates
* Provide customer support
* Notify you about billing and subscription changes

## Data Storage and Security

### Where We Store Data

* **Database**: PostgreSQL hosted on Railway cloud infrastructure
* **Location**: United States-based data centres
* **Sub-processors**: Railway (hosting), Shopify (platform integration)
* **Encryption**: All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest

### Data Retention

* **Active stores**: Tag history is retained for as long as the App is installed
* **Uninstalled stores**: All data is **permanently deleted immediately** when the app is uninstalled
* **GDPR deletion requests**: Customer-related data is deleted upon receipt of a `customers/redact` webhook from Shopify
* **Backups**: Automated backups are retained for 90 days for disaster recovery

## Data Sharing and Third Parties

We **do not** sell, rent, or share your data with third parties, except:

* **Shopify** — As required for app functionality within the Shopify platform
* **Hosting providers** — Secure cloud infrastructure for data storage
* **Legal compliance** — If required by law or legal process

## Your Rights and Controls

As a merchant, you have the right to:

### Access Your Data

View all collected tag history through the app dashboard or request a complete data export.

### Export Your Data

Premium plan subscribers can export all tag history as CSV at any time. Free plan users may contact support to request an export.

### Delete Your Data

Uninstalling the app will automatically and immediately delete all your store's data. You can also request deletion by contacting support.

### Correct Your Data

Contact support if you need to correct any inaccurate information.

## GDPR Compliance

For merchants and customers in the European Union:

### Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

* **Contract performance**: Processing necessary to provide the app service you subscribed to
* **Legitimate interests**: Improving app functionality, fraud prevention, and technical support
* **Legal obligation**: Compliance with tax laws, court orders, and regulatory requirements

### Your GDPR Rights

* **Access**: View all collected data about you
* **Rectification**: Correct inaccurate information
* **Erasure**: Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)
* **Portability**: Export your data in a machine-readable format
* **Objection**: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
* **Restriction**: Request limited processing of your data

### Shopify GDPR Webhooks

We support Shopify's mandatory GDPR webhooks:

* `customers/redact` — Customer tag history data is deleted upon request
* `customers/data_request` — We acknowledge data access requests
* `shop/redact` — All shop data is permanently deleted 48 hours after uninstallation

### Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe we have not complied with GDPR requirements.

**Data Protection Officer**: [support@simplicityapps.com.au](mailto:support@simplicityapps.com.au)

## CCPA Compliance

For California merchants and customers:

* We do not sell personal information
* You have the right to know what data we collect
* You have the right to delete your data
* You have the right to opt-out of data sharing (though we don't share)

## Shopify Integration

The App integrates with Shopify's platform and:

* Uses Shopify's secure OAuth authentication
* Complies with Shopify's App Store requirements
* Follows Shopify's API usage policies
* Adheres to Shopify's data protection standards

For information about how Shopify handles your data, please review [Shopify's Privacy Policy](https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy).

## Cookies and Tracking

The App does not use cookies or tracking technologies on your storefront. The admin dashboard may use:

* **Session cookies** — To keep you logged in
* **Performance monitoring** — To track app stability

## Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be:

* Posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date
* Notified via email for significant changes
* Effective immediately upon posting

## Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for use by children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

## Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information:

* We will notify affected merchants within 72 hours of discovering the breach
* We will inform relevant supervisory authorities as required by applicable law
* We will take immediate steps to contain, investigate, and remediate the breach
* We will provide guidance on steps you can take to protect yourself

## Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or similarly significant effects on you.

## International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

* Standard contractual clauses
* Adequate data protection frameworks
* Encryption during transfer

## Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data:

Simplicity Apps\
Braidwood, NSW, Australia\
Email: [support@simplicityapps.com.au](mailto:support@simplicityapps.com.au)\
ABN: 96291748600

For data protection inquiries, please include "Privacy" in the subject line.

## Your Consent

By installing and using the Tag History app, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

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**Questions?** Contact our support team.
