Privacy Policy — oceanofPDF
Last updated: May 26, 2026
App name: oceanofPDF
Contact: privacy@oceanofpdf.app | support@oceanofpdf.app
1. Introduction
oceanofPDF (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the oceanofPDF mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our app.
By using oceanofPDF, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the application.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
Account Information
Email address
Display name
Profile photo
(when you create an account or sign in with Google)
Usage Data
Books viewed
Search queries
Bookmarks
Reading progress
Download history
In-app preferences
Device Information
Device model
Operating system version
App version
Language settings
(for compatibility and support purposes)
Local Storage
Data saved on your device, including:
Cached book metadata
Downloaded files
App settings
Guest Mode
When you use the app without signing in, most data remains stored only on your device.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Provide ebook discovery, search, reading, and library features
Sync bookmarks and reading progress across devices when signed in
Improve app performance, fix bugs, and develop new features
Enforce content safety filters and respond to content reports
Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and users’ safety
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (EEA/UK)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we process personal data based on:
Your consent
Performance of our contract to provide services
Legitimate interests in securing and improving our services
Compliance with legal obligations
5. Third-Party Services
oceanofPDF integrates with trusted third-party services that may collect data under their own privacy policies, including:
Google Firebase (Authentication, Remote Config)
Google Sign-In
Google Books API
Open Library API
Internet Archive (for public-domain downloads)
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these providers. We only share the minimum information necessary for these services to function.
6. Advertising
The app may display advertisements in future versions. If enabled, advertising partners such as Google AdMob may use advertising identifiers and similar technologies to provide personalized or non-personalized ads according to your device settings and consent choices.
You can reset your advertising ID or limit ad tracking through your device settings.
7. Data Retention
We retain account and usage data while your account remains active or as needed to provide services.
You may remove locally stored data by clearing the app cache in Settings.
To request deletion of account-related data, contact:
privacy@oceanofpdf.app
Certain information may be retained where required by law or for legitimate purposes such as fraud prevention and security.
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard safeguards, including:
HTTPS encryption for network traffic
Scoped app storage for downloads
Secure authentication through Firebase
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Children’s Privacy
oceanofPDF is not directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, please contact:
privacy@oceanofpdf.app
We will promptly delete such information.
Safe Search is enabled by default to help filter mature content.
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Delete your personal data
Withdraw consent
Restrict or object to certain processing
Request data portability
You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
California residents may have additional rights under the CCPA/CPRA.
To exercise your rights, contact:
privacy@oceanofpdf.app
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where some of our service providers operate.
We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the latest revision. Material changes may be communicated in-app where required by law.
Continued use of the app after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
For privacy questions, data requests, or support inquiries:
Privacy: privacy@oceanofpdf.app
Support: support@oceanofpdf.app