Privacy Policy

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1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (if you choose to create an account)
• Preferences and settings within the App
• Feedback and support communications

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the App, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Usage Data: How you interact with the App, features you use, reading history, favorites, and download preferences
• App Performance Data: Crash reports, performance metrics, and error logs to help us improve the App
• Location Data: General location information (if you grant permission) to provide localized content

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services:

• App Stores: Purchase and subscription information from Apple App Store and Google Play Store
• Analytics Services: Aggregated usage statistics and analytics data
• Advertising Services: Advertising identifiers for non-premium users (if applicable)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the App and its features
• Process your subscriptions and in-app purchases
• Personalize your experience, including recommendations and content preferences
• Sync your data across devices (favorites, reading history, downloads)
• Send you important updates about the App, including changes to our terms or policies
• Respond to your support requests and inquiries
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• Show relevant advertisements to non-premium users (if applicable)

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Data encryption in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your data is stored locally on your device and may be synced to secure cloud servers to enable cross-device functionality.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Cloud storage and hosting services
• Analytics and crash reporting services
• Payment processors (Apple, Google)
• Advertising networks (for non-premium users)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as:

• Court orders or subpoenas
• Government investigations
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety
• Prevention of fraud or security threats

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

5.1 Access and Correction

You can access and update your information directly through the App settings. You can also request access to your personal data by contacting us.

5.2 Deletion

You can delete your account and associated data through the App settings. You may also request deletion of your personal information by contacting us at support@chaptio.com.

5.3 Data Portability

You can export your data (favorites, reading history) through the App settings.

5.4 Opt-Out Options

• Analytics: You can opt out of analytics data collection through your device settings
• Advertising: You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device's advertising settings, or upgrade to Premium for an ad-free experience
• Location: You can disable location permissions in your device settings

5.5 Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. However, you can control tracking through your device settings.

6. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country.

By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide you with the App and its services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Third-Party Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services, including:

• Project Gutenberg (ebook content provider)
• App Store and Google Play Store
• Analytics and advertising services

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@chaptio.com.

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@chaptio.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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14. Consent

By using the Project Gutenberg Ebooks App, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.