1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to:

1. Field Goose mobile applications distributed through the Apple App Store and Google Play.
2. Field Goose websites and web pages linked from the app or operated by Field Goose.
3. Support and account-related communications with Field Goose.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

1. Account information, such as username, password, and account identifiers.
2. Profile information, such as display details and profile image (if provided).
3. Work content you submit, including forms, signatures, photos, attachments, task responses, notes, and visit activity details.
4. Support communications and feedback sent to Field Goose.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

1. Device and app information, such as operating system version, device model, app version, and build number.
2. Network and technical metadata, such as IP address, request timestamps, error logs, and connectivity state.
3. Push notification data, including device push token and interaction metadata.
4. Location data, including precise location and, where enabled by your organization and permitted by you, background location for check-in and visit verification workflows.
5. Security-related signals to detect abuse, fraud, spoofing, unauthorized automation, or policy violations.

2.3 Website Visitor Information

Like most website operators, Field Goose collects non-personally identifying information typically made available by browsers and servers, including browser type, language preference, referring site, and the date/time of each visitor request. Field Goose may also collect potentially personally identifying information such as IP addresses for logged-in users.

3. Permissions and Device Access

Depending on your device and enabled features, the app may request access to:

1. Location (foreground and, if applicable, background) for attendance/check-in, route/visit validation, and operational workflows.
2. Camera for photos, barcode/QR scan workflows, and profile/task features.
3. Photos/media/files for selecting and uploading attachments.
4. Notifications for task updates, workflow alerts, and account-related notices.
5. Microphone only when media capture features require it.
6. Local network access where required for app functionality, diagnostics, or integrated service connectivity.

You can control permissions in device settings. If permissions are denied, some features may not function.

4. How We Use Information

1. Provide and maintain core functionality, including authentication, attendance/check-in, forms, tasks, uploads, and synchronization.
2. Enable offline-first functionality and local data caching to maintain workflow continuity.
3. Send operational notifications and service-related communications.
4. Maintain security and integrity, including fraud prevention and abuse detection.
5. Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and improve service quality.
6. Comply with legal obligations and enforce applicable terms and policies.

5. Legal Bases for Processing

Where required by applicable law, Field Goose processes personal information under one or more of the following legal bases:

1. Performance of a contract.
2. Legitimate interests.
3. Legal compliance obligations.
4. Consent, where required by law.

6. How We Share Information

Field Goose does not sell personal information.

Field Goose may disclose information:

1. To employees, contractors, and affiliated organizations that need the information to process it on Field Goose’s behalf and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
2. To service providers supporting messaging, hosting, storage, diagnostics, infrastructure, mapping, and analytics strictly for service operation.
3. When required by subpoena, court order, legal process, or governmental request.
4. When Field Goose believes disclosure is reasonably necessary to protect rights, property, security, users, third parties, or the public.
5. In connection with merger, acquisition, financing, dissolution, bankruptcy, or transfer of some or all business assets.

7. Data Retention

1. We retain personal information as long as needed for service delivery, legitimate business purposes, and legal obligations.
2. Offline/local cache may remain on your device until synced, deleted, account-cleared, or app-uninstalled.
3. Retention periods may vary by data type, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations with enterprise customers.

8. Security

Field Goose applies reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of storage or transmission is fully secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

9. International Transfers

Field Goose and service providers may process data outside your country. By using the Services, you acknowledge such transfers, subject to safeguards required by applicable law.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, object to processing, or receive a portable copy of your personal information.

You may also:

1. Manage notification and device permissions via operating system settings.
2. Request account deletion and data deletion by contacting Field Goose.
3. Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

Account and Data Deletion Contact: support@fieldgoose.com

11. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Field Goose websites may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, remember preferences, and analyze usage. Users can control cookies through browser settings. Some features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. Field Goose does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, security, or privacy practices. Use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

13. Children’s Privacy

The Services are not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age in the applicable jurisdiction), and Field Goose does not knowingly collect personal information from children without lawful authorization.

14. Business Transfers

If Field Goose or substantially all of its assets are acquired, or in the unlikely event of bankruptcy or business closure, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to applicable law.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Field Goose may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, in its sole discretion. The latest version is published on this page. Continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy where permitted by law.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

17. Store Compliance Summary (Google Play and Apple)

This summary is provided to support policy consistency with app store disclosure forms.

1. Data categories processed: account credentials, identifiers, location, user content (forms/photos/files/signatures), app diagnostics, and notification tokens.
2. Primary purposes: app functionality, security/fraud prevention, communications/notifications, and troubleshooting.
3. Data sales: Field Goose does not sell personal information.
4. Advertising: Field Goose does not use personal information for third-party cross-app behavioral advertising unless explicitly disclosed and consented where required.
5. User controls: users can manage permissions at OS level and request deletion through published support channels.