Last Updated: January 2026
1. Introduction
GOLDCOI ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our iOS application ("the App").
GOLDCOI is designed with privacy as a core principle. We believe your financial data should remain completely private and secure.
2. Data Storage and Collection
2.1 Local Data Storage
All data you enter into GOLDCOI is stored locally on your device. This includes:
- Portfolio holdings (gold bars, coins, jewelry, collectibles)
- Purchase dates, weights, purity levels, and categories
- Storage locations and custom notes
- Investment goals and progress tracking
- Tags, favorites, and organizational data
We do not collect, transmit, or store your information on external servers.
2.2 No Data Collection
GOLDCOI does not:
- Collect personal information
- Track your usage or behavior
- Share data with third parties
- Use analytics or tracking services
- Store data in the cloud
3. Internet Connectivity
The App requires internet access only for:
- Fetching real-time gold spot prices from public market data sources
When fetching prices:
- We do not send any personal or identifying information
- We do not track which prices you request
- Price requests are made anonymously
- You can use the App in demo mode without internet connectivity
4. Data Export
You can export your portfolio data to CSV format at any time. This export:
- Is performed entirely on your device
- Does not transmit data to us or any third party
- Allows you to backup your data independently
- Enables external analysis using your preferred tools
You are responsible for the security of exported CSV files.
5. Third-Party Services
The App may use third-party services for market data. When accessing these services:
- We do not share your personal information with these services
- Price requests are made without identifying information
- Third-party services may have their own privacy policies
- We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices
You can customize your price source or use the built-in public API—no registration required.
6. Device Permissions
GOLDCOI may request the following device permissions:
- Internet Access: Required only for fetching gold prices. You can deny this permission and use demo mode.
The App does not request access to:
- Camera or photos
- Location services
- Contacts or other personal data
- Notifications (unless you enable them)
7. Data Security
Since all data is stored locally on your device:
- Your data security depends on your device's security measures
- We recommend using device encryption and secure passcodes
- Regular backups using the CSV export feature are recommended
- We are not responsible for data loss due to device failure, loss, or theft
8. Children's Privacy
GOLDCOI is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
9. Data Deletion
You can delete your data at any time by:
- Deleting individual holdings or goals within the App
- Uninstalling the App (this will delete all local data)
- Clearing app data through your device settings
Since data is stored locally, deletion is immediate and permanent. We cannot recover deleted data.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
11. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access all data stored in the App (it's all on your device)
- Export your data in CSV format
- Delete your data at any time
- Use the App without internet connectivity (demo mode)
- Control all aspects of your data
Since we don't collect or store your data, there's no data to request, modify, or delete from our servers.
12. International Users
GOLDCOI is designed to work worldwide. Since all data is stored locally on your device:
- No data is transferred across international borders
- Your data remains subject to your local jurisdiction
- We comply with applicable privacy laws
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
14. Summary
GOLDCOI respects your privacy:
- ✅ All data stored locally on your device
- ✅ No data collection or transmission
- ✅ No cloud sync or external storage
- ✅ Internet only for anonymous price fetching
- ✅ Complete control over your data
- ✅ Export and delete anytime
Your financial data remains completely private and secure.
By using GOLDCOI, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.