Privacy Policy

The Website

Who we are

Our website address is: https://destinysigns.com/.

Comments

When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Media

If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.

Cookies

If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.

If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.

Embedded content from other websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Who we share your data with

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where your data is sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

The Destiny Signs Application

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Destiny Signs (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of information when you use our mobile application (the “App”). By using the App, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Personal Information
Account Information
  • User IDs: When you log in, we collect and store your user identification, which may include a unique ID from authentication providers (e.g., Google).
  • Server User ID: We may assign you an additional server-based user ID for cross-device synchronization.
Device Information
  • Device ID: A unique identifier assigned to your device to manage cross-device synchronization.
  • Operating System: Information about your device’s operating system version.
  • App Version: The version of our App installed on your device.
  • Device Model: The model of your device and screen characteristics to optimize display.
  • IP Address: Collected temporarily during API calls and background synchronization.
Usage Data
  • Prediction History: We store your prediction keys and the corresponding text displayed to you.
  • Last Prediction Time: We record timestamps of when predictions were generated.
  • Background Image Preferences: We track which background images are stored on your device.
  • Premium Status: Your subscription status is tracked to provide appropriate content.
  • Language Preferences: Your selected language and locale for app content.
  • Launch Count: How many times you’ve launched the app (used for interstitial ad frequency).
  • App Session Information: Data about how long you use the app and when.
2.2 User-Generated Content
  • Shared Content: If you share predictions via the share feature, content may be processed through your device’s share mechanism.
2.3 Automatically Collected Information
  • Analytics Data: Usage patterns, feature engagement, and app performance metrics.
  • Log Data: App errors and crashes to improve stability.
  • Background Synchronization Data: Information exchanged when synchronizing backgrounds across devices.
  • Prediction Synchronization Data: Information exchanged when synchronizing predictions across devices.

3. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

3.1 Direct Collection
  • Information you provide when creating an account or adjusting settings.
  • Actions you take within the app, such as viewing predictions or changing backgrounds.
3.2 Automated Collection
  • Our backend servers collect data during API calls.
  • SharedPreferences stores local data on your device.
  • Background processes for synchronizing data across devices.
3.3 Third-Party Collection
  • Advertising Partners: For non-premium users, AdMob (Google) collects data to serve relevant advertisements.
  • Authentication Providers: If you use third-party authentication, providers may collect data according to their policies.

4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

4.1 Core Functionality
  • Prediction Delivery: Generate and display daily prediction content.
  • Background Management: Provide appropriate regular or premium background images.
  • Cross-Device Synchronization: Enable consistent experience across your devices.
  • Subscription Management: Verify and provide premium features based on subscription status.
4.2 Enhancement and Personalization
  • Consistent User Experience: Maintain your selected backgrounds between sessions.
  • Language Customization: Display content in your preferred language.
  • Premium Content Access: Deliver premium backgrounds to entitled users.
4.3 App Improvement
  • Usage Analysis: Understand how users interact with the app.
  • Error Monitoring: Identify and resolve technical issues.
  • Feature Development: Guide development of new features.
4.4 Marketing and Advertising
  • Ad Delivery: Show advertisements to non-premium users.
  • Campaign Effectiveness: Measure how users respond to promotions.
  • Premium Conversion: Analyze patterns of subscription adoption.

5. DATA STORAGE AND RETENTION

5.1 Local Storage
  • Device Storage: We store background images, prediction data, and user preferences on your device.
  • Cache Storage: Temporary files to improve performance.
  • SharedPreferences: Persistent user settings and IDs.
5.2 Server Storage
  • User Profiles: Account information and subscription status.
  • Cross-Device Data: Prediction IDs and background preferences for synchronization.
  • Background Repository: Collection of standard and premium backgrounds.
5.3 Retention Periods
  • Account Information: Retained while your account is active.
  • Prediction History: Stored for up to one year.
  • Background Preferences: Maintained until you change them or delete your account.
  • Analytics Data: Retained in aggregated form for up to 2 years.
  • Device IDs: Kept as long as you use the app on that device.

6. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

6.1 Service Providers
  • Cloud Services: For hosting our application and data.
  • Analytics Partners: To process usage data and improve our services.
  • Background Services: For serving and synchronizing background images.
  • Payment Processors: To manage subscription transactions (they receive only necessary transaction data).
6.2 Advertising Partners
  • For non-premium users, we share limited information with advertising partners like Google AdMob to display relevant ads within the app.
  • This information may include device information and non-identifying usage data.
6.3 Legal Requirements
  • We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
  • To protect against harm to the rights, property, or safety of our users, the public, or our company.
6.4 Business Transfers
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as a business asset.

7. DATA SECURITY MEASURES

7.1 Technical Safeguards
  • Encryption: Data in transit is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.
  • Secure Storage: Sensitive information is stored with appropriate security controls.
  • Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access user information.
  • Background Validation: Images are validated before display to prevent security issues.
7.2 Operational Safeguards
  • Regular security assessments and updates.
  • Employee training on data protection practices.
  • Monitoring for unauthorized access attempts.
7.3 User Account Security
  • User authentication is required for accessing personalized features.
  • Premium content is restricted to verified subscribers.

8. YOUR PRIVACY CHOICES AND RIGHTS

8.1 Account Information
  • You can review and update your account information through the app settings.
  • You may request deletion of your account data.
8.2 Communication Preferences
  • You can opt out of marketing communications.
  • You can adjust notification settings in the app.
8.3 Privacy Controls
  • Background Synchronization: You can enable or disable cross-device background syncing.
  • Premium Subscription: You can subscribe to remove advertisements.
  • Language Selection: You can change your content language preferences.
8.4 Access and Data Portability
  • You may request a copy of your personal information we hold.
  • You can request details about how your information is processed.
8.5 Deletion and Restriction
  • You may request erasure of personal data under certain conditions.
  • You can request restriction of processing of your information.

9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete this information. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, where data protection laws may differ. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information when transferred internationally.

11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

11.1 Third-Party Services
  • Google AdMob: Provides advertising services for non-premium users.
  • Authentication Services: May be used for account login.
  • Share Services: When using the share feature, content may be processed by your device’s sharing mechanisms.
11.2 Third-Party Policies

Our Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our App.

12. PRIVACY POLICY UPDATES

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through the App or by other means. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. DATA PROTECTION INQUIRIES

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:Email: [privacy@destinysigns.com]Postal Address: [Your Company Address]

14. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state laws. These include the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
  • Delete personal information held by businesses
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

15. EUROPEAN PRIVACY RIGHTS

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • Access to your personal data
  • Rectification of inaccurate data
  • Erasure of your data
  • Restriction or objection to processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdrawal of consent
  • Lodging a complaint with a supervisory authority

16. CONSENT TO PROCESSING

By using our App, you consent to the collection, processing, transfer, and storage of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.