Bane Collective

Privacy Policy for Hobby Hoard

Last Updated: 5/11/2026

At Hobby Hoard (accessible via hobbyhoard.org and our mobile application), your privacy is a top priority. This policy explains how we handle your data across our website and mobile platforms.

1. Information We Collect

  • Account Information: Email address and profile details used for authentication and cross-device syncing.
  • Hoard Data: Information you enter about your craft supplies (yarn, fabric, tools, etc.), including quantities, dye lots, and notes.
  • Photos: Images you upload for item icons or profile pictures. These are stored on our servers to ensure they appear on all your devices.
  • Barcode & Search Data: When you use the Smart Scanner, we process the barcode number to retrieve product details.
  • Payment Data: We do not store credit card details. Payments are processed securely via App Store billing.

2. How We Use Your Data

  • Core Service: To sync your hoard between the app and hobbyhoard.org.
  • Community Database: To improve the “Smart Scanner,” product details (brand/name/category) from manual entries may be added to our master database for other users to find. No personal identity or specific hoard quantities are ever shared.
  • Subscription Management: To verify your access to Pro features (API-powered scanning and unlimited storage).

3. Device Permissions

To use all features, the app may request access to:

  • Camera: For barcode scanning and taking item photos.
  • Photo Library: For uploading existing images as icons.
  • Note: You can revoke these at any time in your device settings.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

  • API Providers: We share barcode numbers with third-party databases (like UPCitemdb) to find product matches. No personal account info is shared with them.
  • Service Providers: We use Base44 for hosting.

5. Data Retention & Account Deletion

We retain your data as long as your account is active. You have the right to delete your account and all associated hoard data at any time.

  • To delete your data, go to the Settings menu in the app or website and select “Delete Account.”
  • Once deleted, this action cannot be undone, and all your inventory lists will be wiped from our servers.

6. Security

We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data during transit and at rest. However, please remember that no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
Email:bane.collective.devs@gmail.com
Website:hobbyhoard.org