Introduction
Our privacy policy will help you understand what information we collect at Handy Notes, how Handy Notes uses it, and what choices you have. SMPT Apps built the Handy Notes app as a free app. This SERVICE is provided by SMPT Apps at no cost and is intended for use as is. If you choose to use our Service, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation with this policy. The Personal Information that we collect are used for providing and improving the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.
The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which is accessible in our website, unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy.
Information Collection and Use
For a better experience while using our Service, we may require you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to users name, email address, gender, location, pictures. The information that we request will be retained by us and used as described in this privacy policy.
The app does use third party services that may collect information used to identify you.
Google User Data
Handy Notes uses Google API Services to access certain types of Google user data. Specifically, Handy Notes accesses the following Google user data:
Google Drive Files and Metadata:
Handy Notes can access, modify, and store your Google Drive files and their metadata to save your notes and related data. This access is necessary to provide core functionalities of the service, such as saving and retrieving notes, checklists, special dates, and all user generated data on the app. We only use Google Drive for backing up user data specific to our app and do not access your complete Google Drive data.
Google Account Information: Handy Notes accesses your Google account information, including your email address, to authenticate you and provide a personalized experience.
- Data Deletion: Users have the right to request the deletion of their data at any time. To facilitate this, we provide an account deletion form within the app. Upon submission of this form, we will promptly delete all associated user data, including the email address, profile picture, and display name, which were collected during the login process. This process ensures that all personally identifiable information is permanently removed from our systems. To request account and account data deletion, click here
- Data Retention: User data is retained for the duration of the user’s engagement with our services. If a user does not request deletion, their data will be maintained in our secure backups on Google Drive. This retention is necessary to provide continuous and uninterrupted service, as well as for troubleshooting and improving our services.
- User Data Backup: We prioritize the privacy and security of our users’ data. Our app retains user data for as long as it is necessary to provide our services effectively. User data is backed up on Google Drive to ensure its safety and integrity.
Our commitment to data privacy and protection means that we handle all user data in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. For further details on our data practices, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.
We use this information solely to provide and improve the Service. We do not share Google user data with third parties except as necessary to operate and improve the Service and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Cookies
Cookies are files with small amount of data that is commonly used an anonymous unique identifier. These are sent to your browser from the website that you visit and are stored on your devices’s internal memory.
This Services does not uses these “cookies” explicitly. However, the app may use third party code and libraries that use “cookies” to collection information and to improve their services. You have the option to either accept or refuse these cookies, and know when a cookie is being sent to your device. If you choose to refuse our cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of this Service.
Location Information
Some of the services may use location information transmitted from users’ mobile phones. We only use this information within the scope necessary for the designated service.
Device Information
We collect information from your device in some cases. The information will be utilized for the provision of better service and to prevent fraudulent acts. Additionally, such information will not include that which will identify the individual user.
Service Providers
We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons:
To facilitate our Service;
To provide the Service on our behalf;
To perform Service-related services; or
To assist us in analyzing how our Service is used.
We want to inform users of this Service that these third parties have access to your Personal Information. The reason is to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they are obligated not to disclose or use the information for any other purpose.
Security
We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
This Services do not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under 13. In the case we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we will be able to do necessary actions.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. These changes are effective immediately, after they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.
Contact Information:
Email: smptapps@gmail.com