1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Anand Soni ("we", "us", or "our"), the operator of MyStaffSalary, collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our application and website (the "Service"). We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our users.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the minimum information necessary to provide the Service:
- Mobile phone number — for account registration and login via OTP (when using phone-based sign-in)
- Google Account ID (sub) — a unique identifier issued by Google, used to link your Google account to your MyStaffSalary account (when using Google Sign-In)
- Email address — received from Google during Sign-In, used for account identification
- Display name — received from Google during Sign-In, pre-filled in the registration form for your convenience
- Business name — to personalize your account
- Staff data — names, phone numbers, wage type, salary amounts, and attendance records that you enter
- Payment records — salary payment history that you mark within the Service
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used solely for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your account
- To authenticate you via OTP (phone-based) or Google Sign-In
- To provide the core features of the Service — attendance tracking, salary calculation, and payment management
- To communicate important service-related updates
We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal data with any third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.
4. SMS & OTP Communication
We use MSG91 as our SMS service provider to deliver One-Time Passwords (OTPs) for account verification and login. Your mobile number is shared with MSG91 solely for the purpose of delivering these transactional messages. We do not send promotional or marketing SMS.
5. Sign-In with Google
MyStaffSalary supports account creation and login via Google Sign-In as an alternative to phone OTP. When you choose to sign in with Google:
- We receive your Google Account ID (sub), email address, and display name from Google's OAuth service
- This data is used solely for creating or identifying your MyStaffSalary account — it is never shared with third parties or used for advertising
- We do not receive your Google password or access to any other Google services or data
- Your display name is pre-filled in the registration form only; you may change it before completing signup
Google Sign-In is governed by Google's Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review it to understand how Google handles your data before initiating the OAuth flow.
6. Data Storage & Security
- Your data is stored on secure servers hosted by DigitalOcean in the Bangalore (BLR1) region, India
- Data is encrypted in transit using TLS/SSL
- Database access is restricted through network policies to authorized application components only
- We perform daily automated backups to prevent data loss
- We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you choose to delete your account, we will permanently remove all your personal data and associated records within 30 days of your request.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and all associated data
- Withdraw consent for data processing by discontinuing use of the Service
9. Cookies & Tracking
We do not use cookies for tracking or advertising. We may use essential cookies or local storage solely for maintaining your login session and app functionality.
10. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services to operate MyStaffSalary:
- DigitalOcean — cloud hosting and infrastructure
- MSG91 — transactional SMS delivery (OTP only)
- Google OAuth — optional account authentication via Google Sign-In; governed by Google's Privacy Policy
These providers have their own privacy policies and are bound by their respective data protection commitments.
11. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
13. Grievance Officer
In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and rules made thereunder, the contact details of the Grievance Officer are:
- Name: Anand Soni
- Email: support@mystaffsalary.com
- Website: mystaffsalary.com
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
- Anand Soni
- Email: support@mystaffsalary.com
- Website: mystaffsalary.com