From f40d27462f3974cf0f8c751a19acded4ce7851cf Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Taush Sampley Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2024 23:36:33 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] [DOCS] Privacy Policy (#3) * Commit initial draft * remove common service mention (google) * Include child's privacy sections * clarify how we use your information point 3 * Remove redundant item * Create Account-Removal.md --- .../src/main/res/raw/Account-Removal.md | 12 ++++ .../src/main/res/raw/Privacy-Policy.md | 55 +++++++++++++++++++ 2 files changed, 67 insertions(+) create mode 100644 app-android/src/main/res/raw/Account-Removal.md create mode 100644 app-android/src/main/res/raw/Privacy-Policy.md diff --git a/app-android/src/main/res/raw/Account-Removal.md b/app-android/src/main/res/raw/Account-Removal.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..73d0c6d --- /dev/null +++ b/app-android/src/main/res/raw/Account-Removal.md @@ -0,0 +1,12 @@ +# Account Removal +To delete your Painted Dogs account, email [account-removal@pointyware.org](mailto:account-removal@pointyware.org) with your username and a brief description of your reason for account removal. + +If your account has en email address or phone number associated with it, we will send a confirmation email or text message to verify your identity. Once you confirm, we will delete your account and associated data, including your username, email address, and phone number. +If your account does not have any personally identifying information, and we can not identify you as the owner of the account, we may not be able to comply with your deletion request. + +If you have any questions about account removal, you can contact us at the same email address. + +## Data Removed or Retained +We will delete your account and associated data, including your username, email address, and phone number. + +Please note, certain data may be retained for a limited period due to legal requirements or for backup purposes. diff --git a/app-android/src/main/res/raw/Privacy-Policy.md b/app-android/src/main/res/raw/Privacy-Policy.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a292e98 --- /dev/null +++ b/app-android/src/main/res/raw/Privacy-Policy.md @@ -0,0 +1,55 @@ +# Privacy Policy + +This Privacy Policy is effective as of 2024-02-18. + +## 1. Introduction +Pointyware ("we" or "us") respects your privacy. We created this Privacy Policy to explain how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our Android app, Painted Dogs ("the App"). As this app is intended for labor organization members, it is not intended for children under 16. + +## 2. Information We Collect + +### a. Information you provide directly: +1. Content created within the app. +2. Account creation details (username). +3. Email address (if provided). +4. Phone number (if provided). +5. Content filtering and aggregation preferences. +6. Content you upload or create within the app (photos, posts, comments). +7. Contact information (if you choose to access your device's contacts for invite automation). + +### b. Information collected automatically +1. Device information (device model, operating system, IP address). +2. Usage data (features accessed, time spent in the app, crash logs). +3. Location data (approximate or precise, based on your settings). + +## 3. How We Use Your Information +1. Improve the App: Device Information and Usage Data help us identify and fix errors, understand how you use the app, and make improvements. +2. Provide features and services: Your content and contact information help us connect you with friends and provide social features. +3. Personalize your experience: We may use your content preferences to show you content that you may be interested in, and to filter out content that you may not be interested in. +4. Communicate with you: We may send you service updates and announcements, respond to your comments and questions, provide support, and send recovery information. + +## 4. How We Share Your Information +1. Third-party service providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers that help us operate the app (e.g., hosting, analytics). +2. Legal requirements: We may disclose your information in order to comply with laws, regulations, court orders, or government requests. +3. Business transfers: We may share your information if involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. + +## 5. Your Choices +1. Location control: You can manage location data collection in the app's settings. +2. Device storage access: You can control access to contacts and photos through your device's settings. +3. Data deletion: You may request the deletion of your account and associated data. Please contact us at [account-removal@pointyware.org](mailto:account-removal@pointyware.org) to initiate this process. Note that we may retain certain information for a limited period as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. + +## 6. Security + +We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no security measure is perfect, so we cannot guarantee the security of your information. + +## 7. Children's Privacy +Our app is intended for users 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. + +## 8. Changes to this Privacy Policy + +We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of major changes in the following ways: + * By email (if you have provided one and opted in to receive communications) + * By a prominent notice within the App + * By a notice on our website + +## 9. Contact Us +For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [privacy@pointyware.org](mailto:privacy@pointyware.org).