Collect it！ - Privacy Policy

We understand the importance of your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how Collect it! ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account information: username, profile picture, and other information you choose to provide
• Collection data: photos, descriptions, tags, and metadata you add to your collections
• Communications: messages you send through our support channels

1.2 Information We Automatically Collect

• Device information: device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage data: app usage statistics, feature interactions, session duration
• Technical data: crash logs, performance metrics, error reports
• Location data: only when you explicitly grant permission and choose to add location to your items

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• iCloud data: when you enable iCloud sync, we access your iCloud storage to sync your collection data
• App Store data: subscription status and purchase information from Apple

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

2.1 To Provide Our Service

• Store and organize your collection data
• Sync data across your devices via iCloud
• Process subscription payments and manage your account
• Provide customer support

2.2 To Improve Our Service

• Analyze usage patterns to improve app functionality
• Identify and fix bugs and performance issues
• Develop new features based on user behavior

2.3 To Communicate With You

• Send service-related notifications
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Notify you of important updates or changes

3. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
• With service providers who assist in app operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)

4. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

4.1 Local Storage

• Your collection data is primarily stored locally on your device
• Local data is protected by iOS system-level encryption
• You can enable additional protection with Face ID/Touch ID

4.2 Cloud Storage

• iCloud sync is optional and controlled entirely by you
• When enabled, data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• We do not store your personal collection data on our servers

4.3 Security Measures

• Industry-standard encryption for data transmission
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Secure development practices and code reviews

5. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: View what personal information we have about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Export your data in a portable format
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
• Objection: Object to certain types of data processing

6. DATA RETENTION

• We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services
• Account data is deleted when you delete your account
• Some technical data may be retained longer for security and legal compliance
• You can request immediate deletion of all your data at any time

7. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Collect it! is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately.

8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.

9. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or other reasonable means. Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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