Privacy policy.

Last updated: 22/12/2024

Puppy Positivity! is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and share information when you use Puppy Positivity!, including when users upload media content that is stored in our Firestore database and may be shared with other users. By using Puppy Positivity!, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Media Content

When you upload media content (e.g., images, videos, text), it is stored in our Firestore database. This content may be made visible to other users of Puppy Positivity! as part of its functionality.

b. User Information

When using Puppy Positivity!, we may collect additional information, such as:

Account Details: If you create an account, we may collect your email address, username, and profile details.

Device Information: Basic information about the device you use to access Puppy Positivity!, such as the device type, operating system, and IP address.

Usage Data: Details about how you interact with Puppy Positivity!, such as features accessed and frequency of use.

c. Automatic Data Collection

Puppy Positivity! may collect metadata about the media you upload, such as file size, upload time, and format type.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

Content Sharing: To store and display your uploaded content to other users of Puppy Positivity!.

App Functionality: To provide, improve, and personalize the Puppy Positivity! experience.

Security and Monitoring: To maintain the security of Puppy Positivity! and ensure compliance with our terms and conditions.

Support: To assist users with queries and issues.

3. How We Share Your Information

a. With Other Users

Media content you upload may be visible to other users in Puppy Positivity!.

Any personal data included within the uploaded content is shared at your discretion. We encourage users to avoid uploading sensitive or personally identifiable information in their media.

b. With Service Providers

We may share certain data with third-party services that assist us in operating Puppy Positivity!, such as Firestore for database storage. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and can only use your data as instructed by us.

c. For Legal Reasons

We may disclose information if required to comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms of service, or protect the rights, safety, or property of our users or others.

4. Your Choices

a. Control Over Uploaded Content

You may delete content you have uploaded by using the content management features within Puppy Positivity!.

Once deleted, the content will no longer be available to other users, although it may remain in our database backups for a limited time.

b. Account Management

You may update or delete your account at any time.

If you delete your account, your uploaded content may still be visible to others unless you delete it prior to account deletion.

c. Opt-Out of Data Sharing

While you cannot opt out of sharing media uploaded to Puppy Positivity! (as it is integral to its functionality), you can stop using it if you do not wish to share information.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide Puppy Positivity!'s services or comply with legal obligations. Uploaded content remains available to other users until you delete it.

6. Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

7. Children's Privacy

Puppy Positivity! is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 16. If we become aware that a child has uploaded content without parental consent, we will remove the content and delete their account.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices. We will notify you of significant updates through Puppy Positivity! or by other means. Continued use of Puppy Positivity! after changes have been made constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact me at admin@biscuit-crumbs.com