HOURLI.ME — TIME. TRACKED. SIMPLE.
Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your data. We are committed to being transparent and keeping your information secure.
Hourli.ME ("we," "us," or "our") operates the time tracking and invoicing application available at hourli.me. We are based in the State of Idaho, United States.
For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact us at: [email protected]
When you create an account and use the Service, you provide us with:
| Data Type | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account credentials | Email address, password (hashed) | Authentication and account access |
| Business profile | Name, business name, phone, address, website | Populating invoices and CSV exports |
| Time records | Clock in/out times, break times, session notes | Core time tracking functionality |
| Client information | Client names, emails, addresses, hourly rates | Invoice generation and reporting |
| Project data | Project names linked to clients | Session organization and reporting |
| Tax estimation data | Invoice amounts logged to Tax Assistant, filing status, deduction type, state selection, disclaimer acceptance timestamp | Tax Assistant estimation calculations; stored independently from time tracking data |
When you use the Service, we automatically collect:
If you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile photo URL from Google. We do not receive your Google password or any other Google account data.
If you use the Tax Assistant feature, we collect and store the following additional data within your Hourli.ME account:
This data is stored in a dedicated Firestore document separate from your time tracking sessions and archived records. Clearing, archiving, or deleting your time records does not affect this data. This data is retained for as long as your account is active and is permanently deleted when you erase your account.
Tax estimation data is used solely to power your Tax Assistant calculations. It is never sold, shared with third parties, used for advertising, or accessed by Hourli.ME personnel except as required to provide the Service or as required by law.
We use your information for the following purposes:
We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your data for advertising. We do not share your business or client data with any third party except as described in this policy.
Your data is stored in Google Cloud Firestore, located in the United States (us-central1 region). Local copies are also cached in your browser's localStorage for offline functionality.
We implement the following security measures to protect your data:
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account using the Erase Account feature, all your data — including time records, client information, profile data, and authentication credentials — is permanently deleted from our systems within 24 hours. This deletion is irreversible.
We use the following third-party services to operate the Service. Each has their own privacy policy:
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Google Firebase | Authentication, database, hosting | Account credentials, all user data |
| Resend | Email delivery for invoices and auth emails | Recipient email, invoice content |
| Google reCAPTCHA | Bot protection | Browser behavior signals |
| Google Analytics | Usage analytics | Anonymized usage events, no PII |
| Sentry | Error monitoring | Error data, user ID (no email) |
We have configured these services to minimize data sharing. Specifically: Google Analytics is configured with IP anonymization enabled, and Sentry is configured to exclude email addresses from error reports.
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
View all your data directly within the app at any time.
Download all your data as a JSON backup or CSV export at any time.
Update your profile and session information at any time within the app.
Permanently erase your account and all associated data using the Erase Account feature.
Export your data in standard formats (JSON, CSV) for use in other services.
Contact us to object to specific data processing activities.
To exercise any of these rights, use the built-in features within the app or contact us at [email protected].
Hourli.ME uses the following browser storage mechanisms:
You can clear your browser's localStorage and cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that doing so will remove your locally cached data and sign you out of the application.
This Service uses Google reCAPTCHA v3 to protect against bots and automated abuse. reCAPTCHA v3 operates invisibly in the background — it does not display a challenge to users. It analyzes browser behavior to generate a risk score. By using the Service, you agree to Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service as they relate to reCAPTCHA.
The Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will take steps to delete that information.
Your data is stored and processed in the United States. If you access the Service from outside the United States, your data will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our lawful basis for processing your data is the performance of the contract between you and Hourli.ME (i.e., providing the Service). You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, by sending an email to your registered email address.
Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: