Privacy Policy for GoodlyStories
Last updated: 2025-07-27
Welcome to GoodlyStories! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your
information when you use our mobile application ("App"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the App.
Information We Collect
GoodlyStories collects information to provide and improve our service to you. This includes:
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Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address
and allow you to set a display name. This information is used for account management,
identification within the App, and communication.
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User-Generated Content: We collect and store the content you create and upload,
such as stories (text, audio file references, titles, descriptions, genres, cover image references),
comments, and series information.
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App Preferences: We may store your preferences such as theme settings,
notification preferences, and audio settings to personalize your experience.
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Usage Data: We automatically collect information on how you interact with the App,
such as features used, content viewed, and actions taken. This data helps us understand user
behavior and improve app performance and functionality. This may include crash reports and
performance diagnostics.
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Device Information: We may collect basic device information (e.g., device model,
operating system version) for compatibility purposes and to optimize the App for your device.
This may also include device identifiers used by our third-party services for analytics or
service functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To provide, operate, and maintain the GoodlyStories App service.
- To manage your account and provide customer support.
- To personalize your experience within the App based on your preferences and interactions.
- To improve the functionality, performance, and user experience of the App.
- To send you important updates, security alerts, and administrative messages.
- To ensure the security of our App, prevent fraud, and enforce our terms of service.
- To analyze usage trends and gather demographic information for aggregate use.
Data Storage and Security
Your data is primarily stored and processed using Firebase services, which employ industry-standard
security measures. We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect
your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
This includes encryption of data in transit (e.g., via HTTPS) and at rest where provided by our service partners.
However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage
is 100% secure.
Third-Party Services
We utilize the following third-party services to provide and improve GoodlyStories:
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Firebase (a Google LLC service): Used for user authentication, database storage
(Cloud Firestore), file storage (Cloud Storage), app performance monitoring, and potentially
analytics and cloud messaging. Firebase has its own privacy policy, which you can review at
https://policies.google.com/privacy.
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Google Play Services: Used for app distribution, updates, and other core Android functionalities.
Its data handling is covered under Google's Privacy Policy.
These services may collect information as described in their own privacy policies. We encourage you to
review the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand how they collect, use, and share
your information.
Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, subject to local data protection laws. These may include the right to:
- Access Your Personal Data: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correct Inaccurate Data: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
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Request Deletion of Your Data (Account Deletion): You have the right to request the
deletion of your account and associated personal data.
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To initiate an account and data deletion request, please visit our dedicated data deletion request page:
Data Deletion Request Page
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Alternatively, you can send an email to edenaxis1@gmail.com
with the subject line "Account Deletion Request" and include the email address associated with your GoodlyStories account.
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Upon receiving and verifying your request, we will delete your account and associated personal data,
including your profile information, user-generated content (stories, comments), and interaction data
from our active systems.
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Please note that data deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.
Some anonymized or aggregated data that does not identify you personally may be retained for
analytical purposes or as required by law. We will aim to process deletion requests within a
reasonable timeframe (e.g., 30 days) upon verification.
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Opt-Out of Certain Data Collection: You may be able to opt-out of certain
non-essential data collection or uses (e.g., promotional communications, certain types of analytics)
through app settings or by contacting us.
- Data Portability: Where applicable, you may request to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Children's Privacy
GoodlyStories is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or a higher age threshold if
stipulated by local laws). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the
specified age without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information,
please contact us.
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 within the App and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy
are effective when they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: