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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: January 12, 2026
1. Introduction

Welcome to BooksConnect ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web services (the "Service"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name, email address, and profile picture (via Google/Apple Sign-In)
  • Account preferences and settings
  • Subscription and payment information
  • Communication preferences

Usage Information

  • Books you read, rent, and save
  • Reading progress and history
  • Search queries and browsing activity
  • App usage patterns and preferences

Device Information

  • Device type, operating system, and version
  • App version and unique device identifiers
  • IP address and general location information
  • Crash reports and performance data
3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our book rental services
  • Process your book rentals and subscription payments
  • Personalize your reading experience and recommendations
  • Send you important service updates and notifications
  • Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries
  • Analyze app usage to improve our platform and services
  • Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Third-Party Service Providers

  • Firebase: Authentication and user management
  • Stripe: Payment processing and subscription management
  • Cloudinary: Book storage and content delivery
  • Expo: App development and push notifications

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety of our users.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS protocols
  • Secure storage of personal information in encrypted databases
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Access controls and authentication for our systems
  • Employee training on data protection and privacy practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Account Information

You can update your account information and preferences through the app settings.

Data Access and Portability

You can request a copy of your personal information by contacting us at the email below.

Account Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data through our account deletion page.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails or updating your notification preferences in the app.

7. Data Retention
  • Account information: Retained until account deletion
  • Reading history: Retained for personalization until account deletion
  • Payment records: Retained for 7 years for legal and accounting purposes
  • Analytics data: Anonymized and retained for platform improvement
  • Support communications: Retained for 2 years for quality assurance
8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your information receives adequate protection.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@booksconnect.com

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