Jotle

1. Introduction

Welcome to Jotle ("we," "our," or "us"). Jotle is a note-taking application that helps you create, organize, and manage your notes. This Privacy Policy and Terms of Service document explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

By downloading, installing, or using Jotle, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and optionally your display name.
• Note Content: All notes, categories, labels, and attachments you create within the app.
• User Preferences: App settings, theme preferences, and customization options.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may collect limited automatic data to help improve the app:

• Usage Analytics: We collect anonymous usage data through Firebase Analytics, including screen views, navigation patterns, feature usage statistics, and app performance metrics.
• Crash Reports: We collect crash reports and error logs through Firebase Crashlytics to identify and fix bugs.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version for compatibility and support purposes.

2.3 Data Storage

• Local Storage: Your notes are primarily stored locally on your device using secure local storage (Hive database). This ensures your data remains private and accessible even when offline.
• Cloud Storage: When you create an account and enable sync, your notes are backed up to Firebase Cloud Firestore. This allows you to access your notes across multiple devices.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

1. Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our note-taking services.
2. Account Management: To create and manage your user account, authenticate you, and provide customer support.
3. Cloud Synchronization: To sync your notes across your devices when you enable this feature.
4. Analytics: To understand how users interact with our app and improve user experience.
5. Bug Fixes: To identify, diagnose, and fix technical issues and bugs.
6. Notifications: To send you reminders, updates, and important notifications (with your permission).
7. Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All data transmitted to our servers is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption.
• Secure Storage: Firebase services comply with major security standards including SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001.
• Access Control: Your notes are stored securely with access restricted to your authenticated account only.
• Local Security: Your local data is stored securely on your device using encrypted local storage.

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.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information or note content to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

1. Service Providers: We use Firebase (Google) services for authentication, cloud storage, analytics, and crash reporting. These services are bound by their own privacy policies.
2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Third-Party Services

• Firebase (Google): For authentication, cloud storage, analytics, and crash reporting. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Firebase Cloud Storage: For storing note attachments and images.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Access

• You can access all your notes and data through the app at any time.
• You can export your data in JSON format using the built-in export feature in Settings.

6.2 Deletion

• You can delete individual notes at any time.
• You can delete your entire account and all associated data through the Settings screen.
• Account deletion will permanently remove all your data from our servers within 30 days.

6.3 Data Portability

• You can export your notes and data in JSON format at any time.
• Exported data includes all notes, categories, labels, and metadata.

6.4 Opt-Out Options

• You can disable push notifications in your device settings.
• Analytics collection is handled through Firebase and may be subject to your device's privacy settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Jotle 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 from our servers.

8. Data Retention

• Active Accounts: We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services.
• Deleted Accounts: When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
• Local Data: Data stored locally on your device remains on your device until you delete it or uninstall the app.

9. 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 Jotle, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries, including the United States where Firebase servers are located.

10. Terms of Service

10.1 Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using Jotle, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the application.

10.2 Description of Service

Jotle is a note-taking application that allows users to:

• Create, edit, and organize notes
• Categorize notes with categories and labels
• Mark notes as favorites or archive them
• Search through notes
• Sync notes across devices (when account is created)
• Export notes and data

10.3 User Accounts

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account.
• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating an account.
• You must be at least 13 years old to use this service.

10.4 Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
• Violate any laws in your jurisdiction.
• Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful content.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the service or other users' accounts.
• Use the service to store or transmit content that violates intellectual property rights.
• Use the service to store or transmit content that is illegal, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or violates others' rights.

10.5 Content Ownership

• You retain all ownership rights to the content you create in Jotle.
• You are solely responsible for the content you create and store.
• We do not claim ownership of your notes or content.

10.6 Service Availability

• We strive to provide reliable service but do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.
• We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time with or without notice.
• We are not liable for any loss of data or service interruptions.

10.7 Data Backup

• While we provide cloud sync functionality, you are responsible for maintaining your own backups.
• We recommend regularly exporting your data using the built-in export feature.
• We are not responsible for data loss due to device failure, accidental deletion, or service interruptions.

10.8 Account Termination

• You may delete your account at any time through the Settings screen.
• Account deletion will permanently remove all your data from our servers.
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms of Service.

10.9 Limitation of Liability

• Jotle is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the service (if any).

10.10 Intellectual Property

• The Jotle app, including its design, code, and branding, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
• You may not copy, modify, or distribute the app without permission.
• The app is licensed under the MIT License for open-source components.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document
• In-app notification for significant changes

You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: ritulsingh1610@gmail.com
• Developer: Ritul Singh
• App Name: Jotle
• Version: 1.1.1

13. Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California users
• Google Play Store requirements
• Android privacy requirements