KathaKar

CreativeAndro ("we", "our", or "us") operates the KathaKar mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, and profile photo (if provided via Google Sign-In).
• Content You Create: Stories, poems, chapters, comments, and ratings that you write and publish on the App.
• Profile Information: Display name, bio, and profile photo you choose to add.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, reading progress, stories bookmarked.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers.
• Log Data: IP address, app crash reports, performance data.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Google Sign-In: If you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from Google.
• Firebase (Google): We use Firebase for authentication, database, and analytics. Firebase may collect additional technical data per Google's privacy policy.
• Facebook Audience Network: Our App displays ads from Facebook Audience Network. Facebook may collect data to show relevant ads. See Facebook's Privacy Policy for details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your account
• Provide, operate, and improve the App
• Display your stories and poems to other users
• Send you notifications about activity on your content (follows, comments)
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve the App
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or illegal activities
• Display relevant advertisements through Facebook Audience Network
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of Your Information

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

• Public Content: Stories, poems, and comments you publish are visible to all users of the App.
• Profile Information: Your display name and profile photo are visible to other users.
• Service Providers: We share data with Google Firebase (authentication, database, storage) and Facebook Audience Network (advertising).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us. Content you have published may remain visible if others have interacted with it, but will be anonymized upon account deletion.

5. Security

We use Firebase security features, Firestore security rules, and industry-standard encryption to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Children's Privacy

KathaKar is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal data.
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
• Opt-out of ads: You can limit ad tracking in your device settings.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

8. Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google Firebase — Authentication, Database, Storage
• Google Sign-In — Authentication
• Facebook Audience Network — Advertising

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.