Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Our Commitment to Privacy

Next Step: Wedding Planner stores your planning records on your device and, if enabled, in your personal iCloud account. We do not operate a server that stores those records. Weather requests, app updates, diagnostics, and files you choose to share are described below.

This Privacy Policy explains where your information is stored, which services receive information, and your controls over your data.

Your Planning Records

Next Step stores these planning records locally on your device:

• Names, email addresses and contact details
• Wedding details (date, venue, guest names, budget information)
• Photos or images you add to mood boards
• Vows, speeches, or any text content you create
• Contact information from your guest list

The app does not use GPS tracking or advertising identifiers. Configured weather requests send the venue address or name and requested forecast date to WeatherAPI, as described below.

Local Storage

Your planning records are stored locally using SQLite and files in the app's private storage. This includes:

• Wedding date and details
• Tasks and timeline items
• Budget categories and expenses
• Guest list and RSVP information
• Seating chart arrangements
• Vendor information
• Music playlists
• Bridal party details
• Vows and speeches
• Mood board images
• Checklists and notes

Planning records leave your device when you choose to export or share them, or enable iCloud backup. Weather, app update, and diagnostic requests are described below.

iCloud Backup (Optional)

For iOS users, Next Step supports optional iCloud backup. If you enable this feature:

• Your data is backed up to your personal iCloud account
• Apple manages this data according to their privacy policy
• We (Rappasoft LLC) have no access to your iCloud backup data
• You can disable this feature at any time in your device settings

Weather Data

When weather forecasts are configured, Next Step may display weather information for your wedding date and location. To provide this feature:

• We send the venue address or name you provide and the requested forecast date to WeatherAPI (weatherapi.com)
• The location you enter is included in these requests
• Weather data requests are made directly from your device

App Updates, Crash Reports and Diagnostics

The app checks for software updates from Expo (expo.dev) on launch. Expo receives non-identifying update request information and crash diagnostics to deliver updates and support app functionality.

When diagnostic reporting is configured, the app sends crash reports and performance diagnostics to Sentry (sentry.io). Reports can include error messages, technical context, and device/app details. Screenshots and view hierarchy attachments are disabled. We do not intentionally include wedding records in diagnostics.

App Store Data

When you purchase Next Step from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store:

• The transaction is handled entirely by Apple or Google
• We receive anonymized sales data (no personal information)
• We do not have access to your payment information

Data Export

Next Step allows you to export your data (e.g., guest lists to Excel). When you export:

• The export happens entirely on your device
• You control where the exported file is saved or shared
• We have no access to exported files

Contact Import

If you choose to import contacts from your device to your guest list:

• The import happens locally on your device
• Imported contacts can be included in iCloud backups you enable or files you choose to export or share
• You control which contacts to import
• You can remove imported contacts at any time

Children's Privacy

Next Step is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Third-Party Services

Next Step does not include:

• Advertising SDKs or ad networks
• Advertising analytics tracking
• Social media integrations that share your data

Your Rights

You can manage your locally stored planning records and your own backups:

• Access: All your data is accessible within the app at any time
• Export: You can export your data in various formats
• Delete: You can delete local planning records within the app, or by uninstalling the app
• Portability: Export features allow you to take your data with you

Data Security

Your planning data is stored in the app's private storage. The app does not currently apply a separate encryption key to the database. Device-level protection depends on your operating system and security settings. Exported backups may contain readable planning records and attachments; keep them in a location you trust and share them only with people you choose.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Rappasoft LLC

Website: rappasoft.com

By using Next Step: Wedding Planner, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us with your wedding planning journey.