Privacy Policy

Rael Audiobooks Application

1. Introduction

This privacy policy describes how the Rael Audiobooks application (hereinafter "the Application", "we", "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our service.

By using our Application, you agree to the practices described in this privacy policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• User Account: Email address, username
• Authentication: Login information (Google Sign-In, Apple Sign-In)
• Preferences: App settings, favorites, bookmarks
• Content: Listening progress, reading history

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Listening time, chapters accessed, features used
• Technical Information: Device type, operating system version, app version
• Performance Data: Crash reports, application errors
• Analytics: Anonymized data via Firebase Analytics

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• Precise location
• Device contacts
• Personal photos or media
• Payment information (handled by Apple/Google)

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Purposes

• Service Provision: Access to audio content, cross-device synchronization
• Personalization: Recommendations, preference storage
• Improvement: Usage analysis to enhance the application
• Technical Support: Problem resolution, user assistance

3.2 Communications

• Notifications about new content
• Important application updates
• Responses to your support requests

4. Information Sharing

4.1 Authorized Sharing

• Service Providers: Firebase (Google), authentication services
• Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfer: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

4.2 Integrated Third-Party Services

• Firebase Analytics: Anonymized usage analysis
• Firebase Authentication: Secure account management
• Google Sign-In: Authentication via Google
• Apple Sign-In: Authentication via Apple

5. Data Security

5.1 Protection Measures

• Encryption: Secure transmission via HTTPS/TLS
• Authentication: Secure systems from Apple and Google
• Storage: Secure servers with restricted access
• Monitoring: Continuous access monitoring

5.2 Local Storage

• Downloaded content stored locally on your device
• Preferences saved in device secure storage
• No sensitive data in plain text

6. Your Rights and Controls

6.1 Access and Control Rights

• Access: View your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request account deletion
• Portability: Export your data
• Objection: Refuse certain processing

6.2 In-App Controls

• Privacy settings
• Notification management
• History deletion
• Third-party service disconnection

7. Data Retention

• Active Account: As long as your account exists
• Usage Data: Maximum 2 years
• Technical Logs: Maximum 1 year
• Account Deletion: Data deleted within 30 days

8. Minor Users

Our application is intended for users 17 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or 16 in the EU).

9. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States (Firebase servers). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy. Significant changes will be notified via the application or email. The "last updated" date will be modified accordingly.

11. Legal Compliance

This policy complies with the following regulations:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation - EU)
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act - United States)
• Apple App Store Requirements
• Google Play Store Requirements