Privacy Policy

Furvana

Last updated: January 2025

Your search for the perfect dog is personal. This privacy policy explains how Furvana protects your data and respects your privacy completely.

Our Core Promise

Your breed preferences never leave your device. Furvana is built on the principle that your search for the perfect dog should remain completely private, free from tracking, data collection, or corporate surveillance.

"Finding your perfect match shouldn't cost your privacy."

Local Storage Only

All your breed preferences and favorites are stored exclusively on your device. No cloud storage, no servers, no external databases.

No Data Transmission

The app never sends your personal data anywhere. Your breed searches and favorites stay private on your phone.

No Analytics or Tracking

We don't track what breeds you view, how long you spend on each profile, or any interaction with the app.

No Third-Party Services

The app doesn't integrate with any external services, social media platforms, or pet industry tools.

What We Don't Collect

Personal identification information
Location data
Device identifiers
Usage analytics or behavior tracking
Search history or patterns
Breeds you viewed
Time spent in app
Social media connections
Contact information
Photos or media files
Payment information
Network information

What We Do Collect

Breeds you heart/bookmark as favorites
App settings and preferences
Data export files (when you request them)

Your Data Rights

Complete Ownership

You own 100% of your data. It's stored on your device and belongs to you entirely.

Export Anytime

Export all your favorites as a JSON file whenever you want, for backup or sharing with family members.

Delete Everything

Permanently delete all your data with one tap. No cloud backups mean true deletion.

No Account Required

Use the app without creating any accounts or providing personal information.

Technical Details

Data Storage

Your favorite breeds are stored using your device's local storage:

Data is encrypted using your device's built-in security
No internet connection required for app functionality
Data persists until you choose to delete it
Automatic backups follow your device's backup settings

Data Export

When you export your data:

Data is formatted as a standard JSON file
Export includes all your favorite breeds
File is saved to your device's download folder
You can share this file with family members if needed
Export process doesn't transmit data to our servers

App Permissions

Furvana may request these permissions:

Storage: To save your favorite breeds locally
No location, camera, microphone, or contact permissions required

Why This Matters

The pet industry profits from your personal information—your breed preferences, search history, and favorites. Many apps sell this data to breeders, advertisers, and marketing companies.

Furvana refuses to participate in this exploitation.

Questions About Privacy?

Have questions about how Furvana handles your data?

Contact Support