ScrollWave - Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 4, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how ScrollWave ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use the ScrollWave mobile application (the "App").

ScrollWave is an iOS application that allows users to listen to serialized audio fiction with synchronized text reading and resume playback across sessions.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information.

2.1 Account Information

When you sign in to the App using a third-party authentication provider, we may receive limited information necessary to create or maintain your account.

This may include:

• Unique user identifier
• Email address (if provided by the authentication provider)
• Authentication tokens
• Basic profile information depending on the provider

Authentication providers may include:

• Sign in with Apple
• Google Sign-In
• Email-based authentication

We do not receive your password from these services.

2.2 Usage and App Activity Data

We may collect information related to how you use the App, including:

• Listening progress
• Episode playback position
• Book and episode interactions
• App usage events
• Feature usage such as ad interactions or credit use

This information helps maintain your progress and improve the functionality of the App.

2.3 Device and Technical Information

The App may automatically collect certain device information such as:

• Device type
• Operating system version
• App version
• Device identifiers where permitted
• Network information
• Crash reports and diagnostic data

This information is used for technical support, debugging, and improving the App.

2.4 Advertising Data

The App may display advertisements using third-party advertising providers.

These providers may collect or process:

• Advertising identifiers
• Device information
• Ad interaction data
• Approximate location derived from IP address

Advertising partners may use this information to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain the App
• To provide audio streaming and reading functionality
• To synchronize user progress across sessions
• To enable authentication and account access
• To provide advertisements and reward mechanisms
• To improve performance and reliability
• To monitor usage and detect abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Storage and Data Processing

App data may be processed and stored using secure cloud infrastructure.

This may include services such as:

• Cloud storage providers
• Authentication providers
• Analytics and diagnostics tools
• Advertising platforms

Data may be processed in various jurisdictions depending on the infrastructure providers used.

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.

5. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party services that process data on our behalf.

Examples may include:

• Cloud storage and backend infrastructure
• Authentication services
• Advertising platforms
• Analytics or crash reporting services

These services operate under their own privacy policies.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of these providers.

6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the legal basis for processing personal data may include:

• Performance of a contract (providing the App services)
• Legitimate interests (improving the App and maintaining security)
• User consent where required including advertising identifiers
• Compliance with legal obligations

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the App functionality
• Maintain user accounts
• Fulfill legal or regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes or enforce agreements

Usage data may be retained for analytical or operational purposes.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• The right to access your data
• The right to correct inaccurate data
• The right to request deletion of your data
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, you may contact us using the contact information provided below.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that personal data from a child under 13 has been collected, we will take steps to delete such information.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal data may contact us.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is completely secure.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence.

When applicable, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure personal data is protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws including GDPR.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When updates occur, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this document.

Continued use of the App after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact:

Email: scrollwave123@gmail.com

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