Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Local Data (Stored Only on Your Device)

• Anime Preferences: Anime titles you search for, rate, or add to favorites (stored locally only)
• App Settings: Your personalized preferences and configurations (stored locally only)
• Favorites Lists: Your saved anime collections (stored locally only)
• Chat History: Your AI chat conversations about anime (stored locally only)

Third-Party Processing

• Payment Information: Subscription billing is handled entirely by Apple's App Store - we never receive your payment details
• Crash Reports: iOS crash reports and app analytics are handled by Apple through their console - we do not collect this data directly
• Support Contact: Email address only if you voluntarily contact us for support

2. How We Use Your Information

Your local device data is used to:

• Provide personalized anime recommendations (processed locally)
• Maintain your favorites list and user preferences (stored locally only)
• Store your AI chat conversations about anime (locally only)
• Enhance your app experience through local preferences

We interact with external services only for:

• Processing subscription payments through Apple's App Store
• Fetching anime information, teasers, and character details from public databases
• Providing AI-powered chat responses about anime
• Providing customer support when you contact us directly

3. Subscription Information

Payment Processing

• Subscription billing is handled entirely by Apple's App Store
• We do not store or have access to your payment card information
• Subscription data from Apple may include purchase dates and subscription status
• You can manage or cancel subscriptions through your Apple ID account

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We interact with third-party services only for essential app functionality:

Essential Service Providers

• Anime Database APIs: To fetch publicly available anime information, teasers, and character details
• AI Service Providers: For providing chat functionality about anime (your conversations are not stored on our servers)
• Apple App Store: For subscription management and payment processing (they handle all payment data)

App Analytics

• Apple Console: Crash reports and basic app performance metrics are handled by Apple's systems
• No Direct Collection: We do not directly collect or process any analytics data

Legal Requirements

Since we don't collect personal information, there is no personal data to disclose even if required by law. Any legal requests would be handled according to applicable privacy laws.

5. Data Storage and Security

Local Data Security

• Device Storage: All preferences, favorites, and chat history are stored securely on your device using iOS standard security
• No Remote Storage: We do not store any of your personal data on external servers
• iOS Protection: Your data is protected by your device's security features (passcode, Face ID, Touch ID)

Third-Party Security

• Apple App Store: All subscription and payment data is handled by Apple's secure systems
• API Communications: All communications with anime databases and AI services use secure HTTPS connections

Data Retention

• Local Data: Remains on your device until you delete the app or reset the data
• No Server Retention: We don't retain any personal data since we don't collect it
• Chat History: Stored locally on your device and can be cleared through app settings

6. Your Rights and Choices

App Data Management

• Access and update your app preferences and favorites list
• Clear your AI chat history through the app settings
• Reset your app data through the app settings
• Manage your subscription through your Apple ID account settings

Marketing Communications

• Opt out of promotional emails by following unsubscribe instructions
• Essential service communications will continue regardless of your preference

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

8. Third-Party Services

Our app may integrate with third-party services for:

• Anime information, teasers, and character details
• AI-powered chat functionality for anime discussions
• Analytics to improve app performance

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

9. Data Retention

Local Device Data

• App preferences and favorites: Stored locally on your device indefinitely until you delete the app or reset the data
• Chat history: Stored locally and can be cleared through app settings
• User settings: Remain on your device and can be modified or deleted at any time through the app

External Data Handling

• Apple Analytics: Any crash reports or app performance data is handled by Apple according to their data retention policies
• Support Communications: Email communications are retained only for support purposes and can be deleted upon request

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during any international transfers.

11. Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to delete your personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.