Lafferty Fire Department App Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 5, 2026
Lafferty Volunteer Fire Department (“Lafferty Fire Department,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) provides the Lafferty Fire Department mobile application for department members and authorized users. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when using the app.
Information We Collect
The app may collect information necessary to provide its features, including a member’s name, email address, phone number, account and authentication information, and information voluntarily entered into the app. Authorized administrators may maintain additional member information for legitimate department administrative purposes.
How We Use Information
Information is used to operate the app and provide department functions such as member authentication, scheduling, announcements, training information, member directory features, forms, and department communications. Information may also be used to maintain app security, troubleshoot problems, and administer member access.
Firebase and Google Services
The app uses Google Firebase services, including authentication, cloud database services, and messaging/notification services. These services may process technical information necessary to provide authentication, data synchronization, security, and push notifications.
Push Notifications
With the user’s permission, the app may send push notifications regarding department announcements, chat messages, training information, and other department-related communications. Notification permissions can be controlled through the device settings.
Sharing of Information
Lafferty Fire Department does not sell users’ personal information. Information may be processed by service providers used to operate the app, such as Google Firebase, or disclosed when required by law or necessary to protect the security and operation of the service.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information stored and transmitted through the app. Access to department information is limited according to user permissions and administrative roles.
Data Retention and Account/Data Deletion
Information is retained as necessary to operate the app and support legitimate department administrative and recordkeeping needs. Users may request deletion of their app account or associated personal data by contacting Lafferty Fire Department at mailto:chief@laffertyfire.org. Certain information may be retained when required for legitimate administrative, legal, or recordkeeping purposes.
Children
The app is intended for authorized Lafferty Fire Department members and users and is not designed as a service directed to children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated as the app or its services change. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
Questions, privacy requests, or account/data deletion requests may be directed to:
Lafferty Volunteer Fire Department
Email: mailto:chief@laffertyfire.org
Phone: (740) 968-3016 (tel:(740) 968-3016)