Privacy Policy – Mangadex App

Last Updated: June 1, 2026
Effective Date: June 1, 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the Mangadex mobile application ("App", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you use our Android application.

By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please discontinue use of the App.

1. Who We Are

App Name: Mangadex
Email: support@mangadex.example.com
Website: https://mangadex.example.com/privacy

Please replace the above contact information with your actual email address and website URL before publishing on Google Play.

2. Privacy Summary

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your information.

• We do not sell your personal information.

• Most app data is stored locally on your device.

• Analytics are optional and disabled by default.

• You may clear your local data at any time.

• The App does not include copyrighted manga files within the application package.

3. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

The App can be used without creating an account.

If you contact us for support, we may receive:

• Your email address

• Your message content

• Any information you voluntarily provide

Information Stored Locally on Your Device

The App may store the following information locally:

Data Type

Purpose

Bookmarks

Save bookmarked series

Reading History

Show recently viewed content

Reading Progress

Resume reading progress

App Preferences

Store theme, language, and settings

Onboarding Status

Remember tutorial completion

Analytics Consent

Save your analytics preference

This information remains on your device unless you delete it or uninstall the App.

Automatically Collected Information

The App may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• Android version

• Device type

• App version

• Network requests required to load content and images

Optional Analytics

Analytics are disabled by default.

If you choose to enable analytics, anonymous usage information may be collected to help improve app performance and user experience. You may disable analytics at any time through the App settings.

4. How We Use Information

We use information to:

• Provide browsing and reading features

• Save bookmarks and reading progress

• Remember app preferences

• Improve app performance and functionality

• Respond to support requests

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in the following situations:

Service Providers

Third-party providers may process limited information necessary to operate analytics or hosting services.

Content Providers

Content requests may be sent to content providers in order to display content requested by the user.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by applicable law, regulation, legal process, or government request.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Third-Party Services

The App may access content from third-party sources, APIs, image servers, or websites.

These third parties operate under their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices.

The App may also use standard software libraries and technologies necessary for normal operation.

7. Data Retention

We retain information as follows:

• Local app data remains on your device until deleted.

• Support communications are retained as needed to resolve inquiries.

• Analytics data (if enabled) may be retained according to the analytics provider's policies, typically for up to 26 months.

8. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect information.

All network communication is conducted using HTTPS encryption where supported.

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so that appropriate action can be taken.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access your information

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of information

• Restrict certain processing activities

California residents are informed that we do not sell personal information.

You may withdraw analytics consent at any time through the App settings.

11. International Data Transfers

If information is processed outside your country, we will take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place where required by law.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any updates will be reflected by revising the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document.

Continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: support@mangadex.example.com

Thank you for using Mangadex.