Privacy policy
Effective Date: 2023-08-29
This Privacy Policy outlines the type of information PicJournal ('we', 'our', or 'us') collects, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
1. Basic Information
- App Name: PicJournal - Contact: For privacy concerns, reach out to us at facilitator999@gmail.com.
2. Data Collection
- Personal Data: We collect your name and email address for authentication and personalization within the app. - Third-Party Data: When you sign in using the 'Sign in with Google' feature, we obtain your email address. No other data is extracted from Google during this process. - Analytics and Error Logging: We use third-party services like Firebase Analytics and Sentry to collect data about app usage, errors, and crashes. - Tracking & Identifiers: While we don't use traditional cookies in our mobile app, we do utilize third-party services like Firebase Analytics, Firebase Crashlytics, and Sentry. These services may employ device identifiers, such as Android Advertising ID or iOS Identifier for Advertisers, to collect data on app usage, performance, and errors. If our app is used on a web platform, these third-party services might use cookies or similar technologies for tracking.
3. Data Use
We use your name and email for authentication and to display when you post a comment or share a journal. The data collected via third-party services helps us enhance the app's performance and user experience.
4. Data Storage and Security
- Storage: Your data is stored on our servers and with third-party service providers like Firebase and Sentry. - Security: Passwords are hashed for added security. We maintain security measures with third-party providers to safeguard your data.
5. User Rights
- Access, Correction, and Deletion: You can access, amend, or request the deletion of your data at any time. - Opting Out: While we collect essential data (name and email) for core app functionalities, you have the right to opt-out from any analytics or error logging data collection by reaching out to us. - Data Breaches: We prioritize the security of your data. In the rare event of a data breach, we will notify affected users within the required legal timeframe.
6. Children's Privacy
PicJournal is designed for users to journal and share visual content. We do not specifically market to children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us personal data without parental consent, please inform us.
7. International Data Transfers
We don't transfer personal data internationally.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may occasionally modify our Privacy Policy. We will inform users of any significant changes via email.
9. Third-Party Services
We use services from Firebase (including Analytics and Crashlytics) and Sentry. These services assist us in improving the app by analyzing usage patterns and identifying and addressing errors. To learn how these third-party services process your data, please consult their respective privacy policies.
Rights Under GDPR (for European Users)
EEA residents have specific data protection rights. We take steps to enable you to correct, amend, or delete your personal data. This includes rights to data portability, withdrawal of consent, and lodging complaints with supervisory authorities.
Rights Under CCPA, CPRA, and CalOPPA (for California Residents)
California residents have specific rights concerning the sale, access, and deletion of their personal data. You also have the right to non-discrimination based on your exercise of privacy rights.