Privacy Policy
At Ember Reader, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and website.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Data: We do not require you to create an account to use the basic features of Ember Reader. Your reading progress, library, and vocabulary data are stored locally on your device and synced via Apple iCloud if enabled.
Usage Data: We may collect anonymous usage data to help us improve the app. This includes information like feature usage patterns and crash reports. This data does not identify you personally.
Imported Content: Any EPUB files you import into Ember Reader are stored locally on your device or in your private iCloud storage. We do not have access to the books you read.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the app's functionality.
- Improve and personalize your learning experience.
- Monitor the usage of the app to detect and prevent technical issues.
3. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored using Apple's secure infrastructure (iCloud). We do not maintain our own servers for storing your personal reading data or vocabulary lists. You control your data through your iCloud settings.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for specific functionalities:
- Apple iCloud: For data synchronization across your devices.
- Apple App Store: For processing premium subscriptions and purchases.
- Translation Services: When you request a translation, the text fragment may be sent to a translation provider to provide the explanation. This data is processed transiently and not stored with your identity.
5. Premium Subscriptions
Payments for premium features are handled by Apple. We do not collect or store your credit card information. Please refer to Apple's Privacy Policy regarding payment processing.
6. Children's Privacy
Our service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: support@emberreader.app