Privacy Policy - Online Business Guidelines for Beginners

This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you use the Online Business Guidelines for Beginners Android mobile application (the "App").

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your first name, last name, email address, mobile number, and password. If you sign in with Google, we collect the profile information you authorize.
Contact Messages: When you use the Contact Us feature, we collect your name, email address, mobile number, and the content of your message.
User Content: Any articles you save as favorites or like are associated with your account.

Information Collected Automatically

Device Information: We collect device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
Usage Information: We collect information about how you interact with the App, including the articles you view, time spent, and features used.
Ad Delivery Data: Data related to ad impressions, clicks, and interactions with advertisements served through Google AdMob.

How We Use Your Information

To provide and maintain the App's functionality
To personalize your experience and recommend relevant content
To communicate with you about updates, new content, and support
To serve relevant advertisements through Google AdMob
To send push notifications via OneSignal (with your consent)
To analyze usage patterns and improve the App
To respond to your inquiries and support requests

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

Firebase (Google)

Firebase provides our backend infrastructure including authentication, real-time database, and storage. Firebase collects device information, usage data, and crash reports. Learn more at Firebase Privacy Policy.

Google AdMob

AdMob serves advertisements in the App. It may collect device identifiers, location data, and usage information to provide personalized ads. Learn more at AdMob Privacy Policy.

OneSignal

OneSignal provides push notification services. It collects device identifiers and notification interaction data. Learn more at OneSignal Privacy Policy.

Google Sign-In

If you choose to sign in with Google, we receive the profile information you authorize. Google's privacy policy applies to the initial authentication. Learn more at Google Privacy Policy.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on Firebase's cloud infrastructure. We implement reasonable security measures including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest. However, no electronic storage method is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the App's services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within a reasonable timeframe. Contact messages are retained for customer service purposes and then deleted.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data held by us
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Delete your account and associated data
Opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings
Withdraw consent for push notifications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy in the App and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Developer: KVC Mobile Studio Inc.
Email: online.creator2022@gmail.com
In-App: Use the Contact Us feature in the Settings section of the App