Privacy Policy for PinNotes App

1. Introduction

Welcome to PinNotes ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the PinNotes mobile application (the "App").

Your privacy is our top priority. PinNotes is built with privacy-first principles to ensure that your notes remain secure and private on your device.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

  • We do not collect any personal information (name, email, phone number, etc.).

  • No account creation is required.

2.2 Note Content

  • All notes are stored locally on your device (encrypted SQLite database).

  • We cannot access your notes.

  • No cloud or third-party storage is used.

2.3 Device Information

We may collect limited non-personal technical data, such as:

  • Device model and OS version

  • App version and crash reports (anonymized)

2.4 Usage Analytics

  • We do not use analytics tools or tracking.

  • No advertising profiling or behavioral tracking.

3. How We Use Information

The limited technical data we may collect is used only for:

  • Fixing bugs and improving performance

  • Providing technical support

  • Enhancing stability and reliability

We do not:

  • Read your notes

  • Share information with third parties

  • Use data for ads or profiling

4. Data Storage & Security

4.1 Local Storage

  • Notes are stored only on your device.

  • Accessible only by the PinNotes app.

4.2 Security Measures

  • Protected by Android’s built-in app sandboxing.

  • No internet transmission of note content.

  • Regular app updates via the Play Store.

4.3 Backups

  • Notes may be included in your device backup (if enabled).

  • Controlled by your device settings, not by us.

5. Third-Party Services

  • App Stores: Distributed via Google Play Store; subject to their policies.

  • Sharing Feature: If you share notes, the receiving app handles your content. Sharing is optional and user-initiated.

  • No Third-Party SDKs: No Google Analytics, Facebook SDK, or ad networks.

6. Your Rights & Choices

  • You fully own and control your notes.

  • You can delete notes at any time or uninstall the app.

  • No account deletion is needed.

  • Permissions:

    • Storage – to save notes locally

    • Vibration (optional) – for haptic feedback

    • No internet access required

7. Children’s Privacy

  • Safe for all ages.

  • No personal information collected.

  • Complies with COPPA.

8. Data Retention

  • Notes remain on your device until you delete them.

  • Technical logs (e.g., crash reports) auto-delete within 30 days.

  • No server-side storage.

9. International Users

  • Data never leaves your device.

  • No cross-border transfers.

  • Compliant with GDPR, CCPA, COPPA, and Google Play policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

  • Updates may occur to reflect app improvements.

  • Significant changes will be announced via app updates.

  • Continued use of the app means you accept the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:
📧 Email: christopherlaurence373@gmail.com
⏱️ Response time: Within 48 hours

12. Summary – Our Privacy Promise

✅ PinNotes does:

  • Keep notes private on your device

  • Work fully offline

  • Provide secure local storage

❌ PinNotes does not:

  • Collect personal data

  • Access or upload your notes

  • Share information with third parties

  • Track or profile users

  • Show ads or require accounts

By using PinNotes, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Your privacy and trust are always our top priorities.