Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

NotesApp does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information to external servers. All your data remains on your device.

1.2 App Usage Data

We do not collect analytics, usage statistics, or any behavioral data from your use of the app.

1.3 Device Information

The app may access the following device features solely for functionality purposes:

• Storage Access: To save and retrieve your notes locally on your device
• File System Access: To import documents and export your notes
• Device Permissions: As required for local file operations

2. How We Use Your Information

Your notes and data are used exclusively for:

• Providing note-taking and organization functionality
• Local storage and retrieval of your content
• Enabling import and export features
• Maintaining app functionality and user preferences

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

All data is stored locally on your device using:

• SQLite database for app data structure
• Local file system for document storage
• Device's internal storage (secured by your device's security measures)

3.2 Data Security

Your data security depends on:

• Your device's built-in security features
• Your device's lock screen and authentication methods
• Regular device updates and security patches

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not share your data with any third parties. NotesApp operates entirely offline and does not:

• Send data to external servers
• Use third-party analytics services
• Include advertising networks
• Integrate with social media platforms
• Use cloud storage services

5. Exported Data

When you choose to export or share your notes:

• You control where and how your data is shared
• Exported files are subject to the privacy policies of the platforms you choose to use
• We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you use for sharing

6. Children's Privacy

NotesApp does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect any personal information at all, the app is safe for users of all ages. However, we recommend parental guidance for younger users.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have complete control over your data:

• Access: All your data is accessible within the app
• Modification: You can edit or delete any content at any time
• Export: You can export your data in various formats
• Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all associated data from your device

8. App Permissions

NotesApp requests the following permissions:

• Storage Permission: To read and write note files to your device
• Internet Permission: Required by the React Native framework (not used for data transmission)

You can review and modify app permissions in your device's settings at any time.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• Material changes will be communicated through app updates
• Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

10. Data Retention

Your data is retained:

• As long as the app is installed on your device
• Until you manually delete specific notes or notebooks
• Until you uninstall the app (which removes all data)

11. International Users

Since all data processing occurs locally on your device, there are no international data transfers involved in using NotesApp.

12. Contact Information

13. Legal Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

• Google Play Store policies
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)