Effective Date: February 10, 2026
Welcome to CryptoWave (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the CryptoWave mobile application (the “App”). Please read this policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
Account Information: When you sign in using Apple Sign-In or Google Sign-In, we receive your name, email address, and a unique user identifier provided by the authentication provider.
Guest Access: If you choose to use the App as a guest, no personal information is collected during sign-in.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data: We may collect information about how the App is accessed and used, including device type, operating system version, and app interaction data.
Firebase Analytics: We use Firebase services to understand app usage patterns and improve performance. This may include crash reports and aggregated analytics data.
1.3 Information Stored Locally
Portfolio Data: Your cryptocurrency holdings, transactions, and watchlist are stored locally on your device using encrypted local storage (Hive).
Preferences: App settings such as theme, notification preferences, and biometric lock settings are stored locally.
Trade Journal: Journal entries, tags, and trading statistics are stored locally on your device.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide, maintain, and improve the App
Authenticate your identity and manage your account
Sync your data across devices when you sign in with Apple or Google
Send push notifications for price alerts (only if you opt in)
Analyze usage trends to improve user experience
Respond to your requests and provide support
3. Third-Party Services
The App integrates with the following third-party services:
Firebase: Cloud Firestore for data sync, Firebase Cloud Messaging for push notifications. Firebase Privacy Policy
Binance API: Real-time cryptocurrency market data via WebSocket connections. We only fetch publicly available market data; no trading or personal data is sent to Binance.
Apple Sign-In: Authentication service provided by Apple Inc. Apple Privacy Policy
4. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
Sensitive data is stored using encrypted local storage
Authentication is handled through secure, industry-standard providers (Apple, Google, Firebase)
Biometric authentication (Face ID / Touch ID) is available to protect app access
Cloud-synced data is secured through Firebase’s infrastructure
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide the App’s services. When you delete your account:
Your Firebase account and associated cloud data are permanently deleted
All local data (portfolio, watchlist, alerts, journal, settings) is cleared from your device
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access: You can view all your data within the App
Export: You can export your portfolio, alerts, and watchlist data in JSON format from the Profile page
Deletion: You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from Profile → Delete Account
Withdraw Consent: You can sign out, disable notifications, or delete your account at any time
7. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. Firebase servers are located globally. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Continued use of the App after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 ismail.tunc.kankilic@gmail.com