Privacy Policy for AstroPath
Effective Date: November 17, 2025
## Introduction
Welcome to AstroPath ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how ark ("the developer") collects, uses, and discloses information from users of the AstroPath mobile application (the "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in an open and transparent manner.
By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
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## Information We Collect
We collect different types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our App for you.
### Information You Provide to Us
To use the core features of AstroPath we ask you to provide the following personally identifiable information:
* **Name:** To personalize your user experience.
* **Date of Birth:** To generate astrological calculations and insights.
* **Time of Birth:** For precise astrological chart generation.
* **Place of Birth:** To calculate location-specific astrological data.
* **User-Generated Content:** Any other information you may provide while using the app, such as notes or journal entries.
### Information Collected Automatically
While you use our App, we may collect certain information automatically through third-party services, including:
* **Usage and Analytics Data:** We collect information about your interaction with the App, such as the features you use, the screens you visit, and the buttons you tap. This helps us understand user behavior and improve the App.
* **Crash and Performance Data:** If the App crashes or encounters an error, we collect diagnostic information to identify and fix bugs. This includes data on app performance and stability.
* **Device Information:** We collect information about your mobile device, such as the device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
* **IP Address:** Your IP address is collected by our third-party services to enable them to function correctly (e.g., for analytics and diagnostics).
* **Authentication Data:** When you create an account, we collect information necessary to secure your account and log you in.
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## How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data for the following purposes:
* To provide and maintain the core functionality of the App, including generating personalized astrological content.
* To authenticate users and secure their accounts.
* To monitor the performance of our App, diagnose and fix crashes, and improve its stability and features.
* To understand how our users interact with the App to enhance the user experience.
* To communicate with you, including responding to your support requests or inquiries.
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## Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to operate and improve our App. These services have their own privacy policies and may collect your data independently.
* **Firebase (by Google):** We use Firebase for multiple functions:
* **Google Analytics for Firebase:** To understand user engagement and app usage.
* **Firebase Crashlytics:** To identify and analyze app crashes and errors.
* **Firebase Authentication:** To securely manage user accounts and logins.
You can review Google's Privacy Policy here: [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
* **Amazon Web Services (AWS):** We use AWS for our backend infrastructure, including hosting our servers and databases. Your data is stored and processed on AWS servers.
You can review AWS's Privacy Policy here: [https://aws.amazon.com/privacy/](https://aws.amazon.com/privacy/)
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## Data Security
The security of your data is important to us. We use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Information, including storing it on secure servers provided by AWS. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
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## User Rights
You have the right to access and request the deletion of your personal data. If you wish to do so, please contact us directly at **panicquantum@gmail.com**, and we will process your request in a timely manner.
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## Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.
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## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy within the App or on our store listing. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
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## Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
* **Developer:**
* **Email:** panicquantum@gmail.com