Gift Xchanger: Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2, 2026
iColasoft, LLC ("we", "us", or "our") built Gift Xchanger as a commercial application. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information when you use our app.
Information We Collect
Data Stored on Your Device
Gift Xchanger stores the following data locally on your device using UserDefaults:
- Participant names you enter
- Exchange history (matchup results and dates)
- Exclusion rules
- App preferences (budget amount, selected app icon)
This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to any server.
Analytics
We use Firebase Analytics (provided by Google) to collect anonymous usage data, including:
- Screen views and feature usage
- App launch and session information
- Device type and operating system version
This data is collected anonymously and cannot be used to identify you personally.
Crash Reporting
We use Firebase Crashlytics (provided by Google) to collect anonymous crash reports. These reports help us identify and fix bugs. Crash reports may include device state information, but do not contain personally identifiable information.
Subscriptions
Gift Xchanger Pro subscriptions are handled entirely by Apple through the App Store. We do not collect, process, or store any payment information. Please refer to Apple's Privacy Policy for details on how Apple handles your purchase data.
Information We Do Not Collect
- We do not require or collect personal accounts, email addresses, or passwords
- We do not collect or store names you enter in the app on any server
- We do not share any data with third parties beyond the anonymous analytics described above
- We do not use advertising or ad tracking
Data Retention
All participant data (names, history, exclusions) is stored only on your device. You can delete this data at any time by using the Reset function in the app or by deleting the app from your device.
Children's Privacy
Gift Xchanger does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app does not require any personal information to function.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at support@icolasoft.com.