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Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2025
Buddy Invoicer is a product of Host It Buddy PTE LTD.
Google API Limited Use Disclosure
Buddy Invoicer's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs to any other app will adhere to Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.
Our application specifically uses Google Workspace APIs to enhance your invoicing workflow. Our use of Google user data is limited to the following:
- Gmail (gmail.send): We only use this scope to allow you to send generated invoices directly to your clients via your own Gmail account with a single click. We do not read, store, or share your emails.
- Google Sheets: To create and manage your invoice spreadsheet in your Google Drive.
- Google Drive: To save generated PDF invoices and business logos to a dedicated folder.
1. Introduction
Welcome to Buddy Invoicer ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our invoice management application. We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information necessary to provide our service:
- Google Account Email: Used for authentication and account identification during your session.
- Usage Data: We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization to improve our service.
- We do NOT store: Your business data, customer details, Google passwords, or the contents of your Google Drive files on our servers. All business data resides exclusively in your Google Account.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Buddy Invoicer maintains a strict policy regarding the handling of your data to ensure transparency and security:
- No Sale of User Data: We do not sell, trade, or rent your Google user data to any third parties for any purpose, including advertising or marketing.
- No Third-Party Sharing: We do not share, transfer, or disclose your Google user data with any third-party services. All processing of invoice data and email delivery is handled directly within the application via Google API services.
- Limited Internal Use: Your Google user data is used exclusively to provide and improve the core features of Buddy Invoicer, specifically to:
- Create and update invoice spreadsheets within your Google Drive.
- Send invoices to your designated recipients via your Gmail account.
- Compliance: Our use and transfer of information received from Google APIs to any other app will adhere to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.
4. Data Storage & Retention
Buddy Invoicer is designed with a privacy-first architecture:
- No Server Storage: Your invoices, customers, and business data are never stored on our servers.
- Your Google Account: All data is stored directly in your own Google Sheets and Google Drive.
- Session-Only Access: We only access your data during your active session to display and manage invoices.
5. Security
We use Google OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication. We never see or store your Google password. All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption. You can revoke access at any time through your Google Account settings.
6. Third-Party Services
7. Your Rights
You have complete control over your data. You may access, export, or delete your data directly from your Google Sheets/Drive at any time. For GDPR or CCPA inquiries, please contact us at the email below.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
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Buddy Invoicer is an independent invoicing application that works with Google Sheets. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Google LLC.