Privacy Policy

Introduction

DevBrief ("we," "our," or "us") operates the DevBrief AI news digest and ML news digest mobile application available on iOS (Apple App Store) and Android (Google Play Store). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile applications and services.

By downloading, installing, or using our mobile application on iOS or Android devices, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to provide our AI curated news service on iOS and Android devices, including:

• Account Information: Email address, account preferences, and authentication credentials (when using Apple Sign-In on iOS)
• Usage Data: Reading history, article preferences, interaction patterns, and feature usage to personalize your experience
• Device Information: Device type (iOS/Android), operating system version, device identifiers, and app version for functionality and compatibility purposes
• Push Notification Tokens: Device tokens required to send push notifications (collected only with your explicit permission)
• Local Storage Data: Information stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms (AsyncStorage) for app functionality
• Subscription and Payment Data: For in-app premium subscriptions, payment is processed by Apple (on iOS) or Google (on Android). We do not receive or store your full payment-card details. We may receive subscription status (e.g. active, expired, trial) and related identifiers from Apple, Google, or our subscription provider (RevenueCat) to provide access to premium features and manage your subscription. RevenueCat's privacy policy is available at revenuecat.com/privacy.

Note: We do not track users across apps and websites owned by other companies. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our personalized AI news service on iOS and Android platforms
• Deliver push notifications about new content and updates (only if you grant permission)
• Authenticate your account and provide secure access to the app
• Personalize your news feed based on your reading preferences and history
• Analyze app usage patterns to improve functionality and user experience
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Ensure app compatibility with your device and operating system

Data Sharing: We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• In connection with a business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.)
• Subscription and analytics: We use RevenueCat to manage in-app subscriptions and entitlement status. RevenueCat may receive anonymized or pseudonymized data in connection with your subscription. Their privacy policy is at revenuecat.com/privacy.

Permissions and Device Access

Our mobile application may request the following permissions:

• Push Notifications (iOS & Android): We request permission to send you push notifications about new content. You can enable or disable this permission at any time through your device settings or within the app.
• Network Access: Required to fetch news content and sync your preferences across devices.
• Local Storage: Used to store your preferences and reading history locally on your device for offline access and improved performance.

All permissions are requested with clear explanations, and you can revoke them at any time through your device settings.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/TLS protocols
• Secure local storage using platform-native secure storage mechanisms
• Authentication tokens and session management
• Regular security assessments and updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: You can delete your account at any time from within the app (Settings → Delete account) or via our Delete Account page. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information as described in the Data Retention section below.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Disable push notifications or adjust your privacy preferences within the app settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. You can delete your account at any time from within the app (Settings → Delete account) or via our Delete Account page. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

Children's Privacy

Our mobile application is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our mobile application, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

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 on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].