Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/11/2025
App Name: MemeVault
Developer/Company: Samwise Studios
Contact Email: samwisestudios01@gmail.com
Samwise Studios (“we,” “our,” or “us”) built the MemeVault app as an entertainment application. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our Android application (“App”) and outlines our compliance with Google Play Developer Policy, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Compliance Statement
We are committed to protecting user privacy and ensuring full compliance with:
Google Play Developer Policy and Data Safety requirements
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
We do not collect, sell, or share any personal data that identifies you.
2. Information Collection and Use
The MemeVault app does not collect any personal or sensitive user data.
We do not require users to register, sign in, or provide any personal information to use the app.
Automatically Collected Information
The only data that may be indirectly collected is through third-party services integrated into the app, such as Firebase Analytics and Google AdMob, which may collect anonymous usage data to improve performance and deliver ads. This information is handled according to their respective privacy policies.
3. Third-Party SDKs and Libraries
Our app uses third-party SDKs and libraries to provide better functionality and user experience. These may collect or process limited, non-personally identifiable information under their own privacy terms.
Library/SDK Purpose Privacy Policy
Glide Image loading and caching https://bumptech.github.io/glide/
ExoPlayer Video playback https://github.com/google/ExoPlayer
Retrofit API and data fetching https://square.github.io/retrofit/
Firebase Analytics Anonymous app usage analytics https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Firebase Crashlytics Crash reporting and diagnostics https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Google AdMob Displaying ads within the app https://policies.google.com/privacy
We encourage users to review these linked privacy policies for details on how third-party services handle data.
4. Permissions Used
Our app requests only the following permission:
INTERNET Permission: Used solely to access online content such as memes, videos, and ads. We do not use this permission to collect or transmit personal data.
This permission is required for the app to function properly and complies fully with Google Play’s User Data Policy.
5. Data Storage and Security
Since MemeVault does not collect or store any personal data, no user data is stored on our servers.
Any data processed by third-party SDKs (such as Firebase or AdMob) is handled securely in accordance with their privacy standards and applicable laws.
6. Children’s Privacy
MemeVault is intended for general audiences and is not specifically directed toward children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us at samwisestudios01@gmail.com, and we will promptly take appropriate action.
7. Data Retention and Deletion
As the app does not collect or store personal data, we do not retain any user information.
Any data stored by third-party SDKs (like analytics or ad data) is managed under their respective retention policies.
Users may contact us at any time to request information or deletion actions related to third-party services.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:
Changes in our app’s functionality
Updates in Google Play Developer or privacy regulations
We encourage you to review this page periodically. The latest version will always be available at [Add Your Website or Policy URL Here].
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: samwisestudios01@gmail.com
Developer: Samwise Studios
By using MemeVault, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
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