1. Introduction
Story Saver ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information our mobile application collects, how we use it, and the choices you have.
2. Information We Collect
- Search Inputs: Instagram usernames or URLs you enter. These are sent to our servers to fetch results.
- Local Data: Favorites and search history stored locally on your device.
- App/Device Info: Device type, OS version, language/region, and app version for compatibility and diagnostics.
- Analytics Data: App usage events (for example, screen views, first open) collected via Firebase Analytics.
- Advertising Data: Ad-related identifiers and usage data for displaying and measuring ads via Google AdMob.
- Subscription Data: Purchase and subscription status handled via Google Play Billing and RevenueCat.
- Support/Feedback: If you contact us in the app, we may receive the email you provide (optional) and the message content.
3. Information We Do NOT Collect
- No Instagram passwords or login credentials
- No access to private Instagram accounts (only public content)
- No sale of your personal information
4. Local Storage
The app stores favorites and search history locally on your device to provide convenience features. This data can be removed by using in-app delete/clear features (where available) or by uninstalling the app.
5. How We Use Information
- Provide core functionality (fetch and display results you request)
- Operate, maintain, and improve the app
- Measure app performance and understand usage patterns (analytics)
- Display and measure advertisements (ad services)
- Process and manage subscriptions
- Respond to support requests and feedback
6. Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to operate analytics, ads, and subscriptions. These providers may collect and process data under their own policies.
- Google AdMob (Google Mobile Ads SDK): Displaying and measuring ads. We also use Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP) to request consent where required.
- Firebase Analytics: Collecting app usage analytics (for example, screen views).
- RevenueCat: Managing in-app subscriptions and entitlement status.
- Google Play Billing: Payment processing for subscriptions. Payment information is handled by Google and is not accessible to us.
You can often limit or reset advertising identifiers or opt out of personalized ads via your device settings.
7. Data Retention
Favorites and search history are stored locally on your device until you remove them or uninstall the app. Analytics, ads, and subscription-related data may be retained by third-party providers according to their retention policies.
8. Permissions
- Internet: Required to fetch content and communicate with our servers.
- Storage/Photos: Required to save downloaded media to your device.
9. Children's Privacy
This app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
10. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted with an updated date.