Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

HOMEiStudent Ltd ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the HOMEi application ("App") and website.

By using HOMEi, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account
• Household Data: Information about your household, including house name, member names, bills, chores, and shared lists
• Communications: Any messages or feedback you send to us

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features used, and time spent
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, and access times

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the HOMEi service
• Create and manage your account and household
• Send you notifications about household activities
• Respond to your enquiries and provide customer support
• Analyse usage patterns to improve the App
• Display relevant advertisements (free tier only)
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Household Members: Information you add to your household is shared with other members of that household
• Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate the App (e.g., hosting, analytics)
• Advertising Partners: Limited data for displaying ads (free tier only, no personal information sold)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication systems
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited employee access to personal data

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Object: Object to certain processing of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@homeistudent.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

8. Children's Privacy

HOMEi is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. 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. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

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

• Email: support@homeistudent.com
• Company: HOMEiStudent Ltd
• Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom