Privacy Policy

GlowText (the "App") is provided by Yong Wang ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use the App.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use the basic features of GlowText. The app is designed to function entirely on your device.

1.2 Diagnostics & Analytics (Limited)

• Apple Diagnostics/Analytics: Depending on your device settings, Apple may provide aggregated and/or anonymized diagnostics information (such as crash reports and performance data) to developers. We may use this information to improve app stability and performance.
• No Third-Party Analytics SDKs: Currently, we do not use third-party analytics SDKs to track your activity across apps or websites.
• Future Analytics (Optional): If we introduce our own analytics in the future to improve performance and stability, we may collect limited, non-personal usage events (e.g., feature usage, device and app version). We will update this Privacy Policy and our App Store privacy disclosures before enabling such analytics.

1.3 Information Accessed with Your Permission

• Microphone: Optional. Used only when you enable music beat detection for light effects. Audio is analyzed in real-time on your device and is not recorded or transmitted.
• Photo Library (Save): Required to save exported GIF animations and videos to your photo library. We do not read or upload your existing photos.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we handle to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our application
• Render LED text, scoreboard, and light effects on your device
• Export GIF and video content to your photo library when you choose
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve stability and performance using limited diagnostics information (if available)

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Processing

All LED rendering, scrolling animations, scoreboard displays, and light effects are processed locally on your device. No content leaves your device unless you choose to export and share it.

3.2 No Cloud Storage

We do not store any of your content on cloud servers. Your text, settings, and exported media remain on your device and under your control.

3.3 Subscription Data

If you subscribe to premium features, purchases are managed by Apple through the App Store. We do not collect or store your payment information.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Apple Services

• App Store / StoreKit: Handles in-app purchases, subscriptions, and purchase verification

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may disclose information only if required to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing
• Protect the personal safety of users or the public

6. Children's Privacy

Our application is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

• You can revoke microphone or photo library permissions at any time through your device settings
• You can delete the app and local data at any time by removing the app from your device
• If you contact us for support, you can request deletion of those support communications

7.2 Microphone Access

Microphone access is optional and only used for music beat detection. You can use all other features of the app without enabling microphone access.

8. International Data Transfers

All processing occurs on your device, so your content is not transferred to our servers. If Apple diagnostics/analytics are enabled on your device, Apple may process related information in locations where it operates its services.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated Privacy Policy and update the "Last Updated" date. If changes are material, we will provide additional notice where appropriate.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the CCPA. Because we do not sell your personal information and do not upload your content to our servers, many of these provisions have limited applicability to the app.

11. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

For users in the European Union:

• We aim to minimize data handling and use it only for legitimate purposes
• All processing occurs on your device
• You can control permissions and delete local data by removing the app
• You may contact us with privacy questions or requests related to support communications