Privacy Policy for BuildCost Pro

Last Updated: January 15, 2026

Introduction

BuildCost Pro ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our mobile application ("App").

Information We Collect

Data Stored Locally on Your Device

BuildCost Pro stores all your project data exclusively on your device using local storage. This includes:

• Construction project estimates
• Material reference libraries
• Project details (project names, locations, customer information)
• App settings and preferences

This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to any external servers.

Data Sent to Third-Party Services

The only data transmitted outside your device is:

1. Google Gemini AI API (Optional Feature)

When you use the AI suggestion feature, we send only:

• Project name (e.g., "10 Marla Grey Structure")
• Location (e.g., "Lahore, Pakistan")

We do NOT send:

• Personal information
• Financial data
• Complete estimates
• Customer names
• Any other sensitive information

This data is sent to Google's Gemini AI service to generate construction item suggestions. The transmission is secure and complies with Google's privacy policies.

How We Use Information

• Local Data: Used solely to provide app functionality on your device
• AI Suggestions: Project name and location are used only to generate relevant construction item suggestions
• No Analytics: We do not use analytics or tracking services
• No Advertising: We do not display advertisements or use advertising SDKs

Data Storage and Security

• All user data is stored locally on your device
• No data is synced to cloud servers
• No data is shared with third parties except for AI suggestions (project name/location only)
• Your data remains on your device even when the app is offline

Third-Party Services

Google Gemini AI

• Service: Google Gemini AI API
• Purpose: Generate construction item suggestions
• Data Shared: Project name and location only
• Privacy: Governed by Google's Privacy Policy

Your Rights

• Access: All your data is stored locally on your device and accessible through the app
• Deletion: You can delete all app data using the "Reset All Data" feature in the app settings
• Control: You can choose not to use the AI suggestion feature if you prefer not to send any data

Children's Privacy

BuildCost Pro is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: aulakhsuperstore@gmail.com

Compliance

BuildCost Pro complies with:

• Google Play Developer Program Policies
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)