Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 15, 2026
Nido8 ("we," "our," or "us") is a daycare management app developed by Jose R Brito Pomales. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Nido8 mobile application ("App").
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account.
- Profile Information: Your role (parent or provider), phone number, and profile photo.
- Child Information: Children's names, dates of birth, classroom assignments, and emergency contact details (provided by parents or providers).
- Activity Data: Daily reports, attendance check-in/check-out times, meals, naps, and milestone logs.
- Photos: Photos uploaded by parents or providers related to children's activities.
- Messages: Communications between parents and providers within the App.
- Usage Data: App usage patterns, device type, and operating system version for improving the App experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Provide and maintain the App's core functionality (activity tracking, messaging, attendance).
- Authenticate users and manage accounts.
- Enable communication between parents and childcare providers.
- Send push notifications for important updates (check-ins, messages, daily reports).
- Improve and optimize the App experience.
3. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase, which provides industry-standard encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest. We implement access controls so that:
- Parents can only access data related to their own children.
- Providers can only access data within their own daycare center.
- No user data is publicly accessible.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data may be shared only in the following circumstances:
- Within Your Center: Parents and providers within the same daycare center can see relevant shared information (child activities, attendance, messages).
- Service Providers: We use Google Firebase for authentication, database, and storage services. Firebase processes data according to Google's Privacy Policy.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our users.
5. Children's Privacy
Nido8 is designed for use by adult parents and childcare providers. The App is not intended for direct use by children. All child-related data is entered and managed by authorized adults (parents or providers). We comply with applicable child data protection laws including COPPA.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data stored in the App.
- Correct inaccurate information in your profile.
- Delete your account and associated data by contacting us.
- Export your data upon request.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days. Some data may be retained in anonymized form for analytics purposes.
8. Push Notifications
Nido8 may send push notifications for check-in/check-out alerts, new messages, and daily report summaries. You can disable notifications at any time through your device settings.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or via email. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at: