Privacy Policy
Effective date: April 13, 2026
NFN Connect is built to keep Nipissing First Nation members informed. This policy explains what data the app collects, how it is stored, and what it does not do. We wrote it in plain language on purpose.
The short version: We collect the bare minimum needed to send you push notifications and remember your on-reserve or off-reserve preference. We do not track you, we do not run analytics, and we do not share your data with anyone.
What we collect
NFN Connect collects only three pieces of information:
- Push notification token — a device identifier generated by Expo (the framework the app is built on) so we can deliver notifications to your phone.
- Device platform — whether you are on iOS or Android, so notifications are formatted correctly.
- On-reserve / off-reserve preference — your choice of which category of community updates you want to receive.
What we do not collect
We do not collect:
- Names or personal identifiers
- Email addresses
- Passwords or account credentials
- Location or GPS data
- Health or financial information
- Browsing or usage analytics
- Advertising identifiers
There are no user accounts. You do not sign in.
How we use the data
The data we collect is used for one purpose: sending you community notifications relevant to your on-reserve or off-reserve preference. That is it.
How data is stored
All data is stored on a private server operated by the developer. It is not hosted on third-party cloud platforms. Access to the server is restricted to the developer.
Third-party services
The app uses Expo Push Notifications to deliver notifications to your device. When a notification is sent, your push token passes through Expo's infrastructure so it can reach Apple's (APNs) or Google's (FCM) notification service. Expo's privacy policy is available at expo.dev/privacy.
No other third-party services receive your data. There is no analytics SDK, no ad network, and no crash reporting service.
Data sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with any third party. The only external transmission of data is the push notification token sent through Expo's notification infrastructure as described above.
Data retention
Your push notification token and preferences are stored for as long as the app is active on your device. If you uninstall the app, your push token becomes invalid and is eventually removed from the server during routine cleanup.
Children's privacy
NFN Connect does not knowingly collect personal information from children. The app collects the same minimal, non-identifying data from all users regardless of age.
Changes to this policy
If this policy changes, the updated version will be posted here with a new effective date. Significant changes will be communicated through the app.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or the app, reach out to:
Greg Roy
[email protected]
gregsplace.cc