Modern Stoic

This Privacy Policy describes how Wojciech Bednarowski ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use the Modern Stoic mobile application ("the App"). By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email Address: Used for account authentication and communication
• Name: Used to personalize your experience
• User Preferences: Including liked quotes, bookmarks, and app settings

1.2 Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version
• App Usage Data: How you interact with the App features
• Crash Reports: Technical data when the App crashes (via Firebase Crashlytics)
• Network Information: To fetch quotes and sync your preferences

1.3 Cached Data

The App stores data locally on your device, including:

• Audio files for offline listening
• Downloaded quotes and explanations
• User preferences and settings

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create and manage your user account
• Content Delivery: To provide quotes, audio narrations, and AI-generated explanations
• Personalization: To save your liked quotes, bookmarks, and preferences
• App Improvement: To analyze app performance and fix technical issues
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party service:

• Firebase Crashlytics (Google): For crash reporting and app stability analysis. Crashlytics may collect technical information about crashes and app performance. Please review Google's Privacy Policy for more information.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

• Technical data shared with Firebase Crashlytics for crash analysis
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In case of business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.) - users will be notified

5. Content Generation

The App uses artificial intelligence to generate:

• Voice narrations of philosophical quotes
• Explanations and interpretations of quotes

This AI-generated content is created specifically for the App and does not involve sharing your personal data with AI service providers.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Secure data transmission protocols
• Encrypted storage of sensitive information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data within our organization

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information:

• For as long as your account is active
• Until you request account deletion
• As required by applicable law

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct your information through the App
• Deletion: Delete your account and associated data through our website
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data

9. Children's Privacy

Our App 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 us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

10. App Permissions

The App requests the following permissions:

• Network Access: To fetch quotes, sync preferences, and download content
• Storage Access: To cache audio files and store user preferences locally

11. Sharing Features

When you use the App's sharing features:

• The App generates text or image versions of quote cards
• No personal information is included in shared content
• Sharing is done through your device's built-in sharing capabilities
• We do not track or store information about your sharing activities

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (if applicable)

14. Contact Information

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Poland, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of September 7, 2025, and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.