Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 25, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to SchwetKhata. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services, particularly concerning our integration with the WhatsApp Business API.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to all our users. This includes:
- Account Information: When you register for SchwetKhata, we collect information such as your name, email address, business name, and address.
- Ledger & Customer Data: We store information you enter about your customers (names, phone numbers) and transaction history (debits, credits, invoices) to manage your digital ledger.
- Messaging Data: To deliver invoices and reminders, we process recipient phone numbers and message content to be transmitted via the WhatsApp Business API.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain our ledger and invoicing service.
- To facilitate automated and template-based messaging (like payment reminders, statements, and invoices) to your customers via WhatsApp.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.
4. WhatsApp Business API Usage
SchwetKhata integrates with the official Meta WhatsApp Cloud API to send transactional messages (invoices, receipts, statement links). We do not use customer contact numbers for marketing purposes. You, as the merchant, represent that you have obtained the necessary consent from your customers to receive transactional updates on their WhatsApp number before triggering messages.
5. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We share data only with trusted service providers necessary to run the application:
- Meta Platforms, Inc.: Data is sent to Meta to transmit messages through the WhatsApp Business API.
- Firebase/Google Cloud: We use Firebase for secure user authentication, database hosting (Firestore), and secure data storage.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or limit the use of your personal data. Please contact us if you need to manage your account or request data deletion.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at:
Email: support@schwetkhata.com