Your privacy matters to us. Paint Pals is designed with privacy at its core. We collect minimal data, never sell your information, and give you full control over your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and display name (optional)
- Artwork: Drawings and coloring pages you create within the app
- User Preferences: Your app settings and customization choices
Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: Features used, time spent in the app, and interaction patterns
- Crash Reports: Anonymous technical data to help us improve app stability
Information We Do NOT Collect
- Location data
- Contact lists
- Camera or microphone access
- Browsing history from other apps or websites
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain Paint Pals services
- Enable cloud sync across your devices
- Save and restore your artwork
- Personalize your experience with custom recommendations
- Improve our AI art generation capabilities
- Send important app updates and announcements (with your permission)
- Provide customer support when requested
- Ensure app security and prevent abuse
3. Data Storage & Security
We take your data security seriously:
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit using industry-standard TLS protocols
- Secure Storage: Your artwork and personal data are stored on secure, encrypted servers
- Access Controls: Strict internal access controls limit who can view your data
- Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and updates
Data Retention: We retain your account data while your account is active. You can request deletion at any time through the app settings or by contacting support.
4. Sharing Your Information
We never sell your personal information. We may share your data only in these limited circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share (e.g., sharing artwork publicly)
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party services that help us operate Paint Pals (e.g., cloud storage providers)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition (your privacy rights will be maintained)
5. Children's Privacy
Paint Pals is designed to be enjoyed by all ages. For users under 13:
- We comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
- Parents can review and delete their child's information by contacting us
- Multiplayer features may be restricted for child accounts
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have complete control over your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Portability: Export your artwork and data
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data
To exercise these rights, visit Settings > Privacy in the app or email us at privacy@paintpalsapp.com
7. Third-Party Services
Paint Pals may integrate with third-party services:
- Apple Services: iCloud for backup and sync (governed by Apple's privacy policy)
- Analytics: Anonymous usage analytics to improve the app
- AI Services: For art generation features (no personal data is shared)
We carefully vet all third-party services for privacy compliance.
8. International Data Transfers
If you use Paint Pals outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes through:
- In-app notifications
- Email (if you've opted in)
- Update notices when you open the app
Continued use of Paint Pals after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.