Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 04, 2025

Apptendance provides a guest and children check-in system for churches, schools, and similar organizations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when parents, guardians, and authorized users enter data into our system. By using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Scope and Roles

When an organization uses Apptendance it decides why and how personal information is processed. That organization is the data controller. Apptendance provides the platform on the organization's behalf. Apptendance is the data processor and service provider. For example, Claremore Church acts as the controller for its congregation data, and Apptendance is the processor.

2. Information We Collect

Parents or guardians, staff, or authorized adults may provide:

We do not collect personal information directly from children under 13. All child information must be submitted by a parent, guardian, or authorized adult.

We also collect technical and usage data such as IP address, device and browser type, pages or features used, and cookies that support secure sessions and core functionality.

3. How We Use Information

We do not sell personal information. We do not use children’s information for advertising.

Where required, we rely on consent from parents or guardians, performance of a contract with the controller, and our legitimate interests in providing and improving the Service. Controllers are responsible for ensuring a valid legal basis for their use of Apptendance.

5. Children’s Privacy and Parental Consent

The Service is intended for use by adults. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children under 13. By entering a child’s information, the parent or guardian confirms they have authority to do so and consents to collection, storage, and use for attendance, safety, and program administration.

Parents and guardians may review, correct, or request deletion of their child’s information through the organization or by contacting Apptendance support. If we learn that data was submitted without verified parental consent, we will delete it.

6. Sharing and Service Providers

We share information only as needed to provide the Service:

We do not sell or share personal information for cross contextual advertising.

7. Data Retention

Controllers set retention periods for their records. Apptendance retains personal information for as long as the account remains active or as needed to provide the Service, resolve disputes, and meet legal obligations. Upon verified request, data can be deleted or anonymized.

8. Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures such as encryption in transit, access controls, and secure hosting. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember preferences, and measure usage that helps improve the Service. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not work without cookies.

10. International Transfers

Apptendance primarily stores data in the United States. If data is transferred across borders, we use lawful transfer mechanisms.

11. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of personal information. You may also have rights to data portability and to object to processing. To exercise these rights, contact your organization or contact Apptendance support and we will coordinate with the controller.

California residents can request information about categories of personal information collected and disclosed. Apptendance acts as a service provider to controllers and does not sell personal information.

12. Controller Responsibilities

Organizations that use Apptendance are responsible for posting their own notices, collecting any required consents, setting retention, honoring deletion requests, and responding to parent or guardian inquiries. Apptendance will support controllers with tools and reasonable assistance.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version with a new effective date. Material changes will be communicated through the Service or by email when appropriate.

14. Contact

For questions or requests contact your organization. You can also contact Apptendance: