Privacy Policy
Akyno Apps built the Birthyno - Birthday Reminder app as an ad supported and analytics enabled app. This Service is provided by Akyno Apps at no cost and is intended for use as is.
This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices. By using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Overview
- No account is required. The app works offline for core features.
- We do not collect personal information such as name, email, phone, or address.
- All your birthday data and contact information are stored locally on your device.
- Contact information imported from your device is never shared with third-party services.
Information We Collect
We collect non-identifiable information for app functionality, analytics, ads, and diagnostics:
- Advertising ID and Device ID (for ads delivery and measurement).
- App usage events and interactions such as screens visited, features used, and performance metrics.
- Crash and error reports and general diagnostics like performance metrics.
- Basic device information such as model, OS version, language, and timezone.
- Usage analytics to understand how the app is used, including functionality usage and app performance data.
We do not collect precise geolocation. We do not combine the above with data that directly identifies you.
Contact Information
The app may request permission to access your device's contacts to import birthday information. This permission is optional and you can choose to deny it. If you grant permission:
- Contact information is accessed only to import birthday data into the app.
- All contact information and birthday data are stored locally and offline on your device only.
- No contact information is shared with third-party services or transmitted to any external servers.
- Contact data remains on your device and is never collected by us or our service providers.
- You can revoke this permission at any time through your device settings.
How We Use Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
- Monitor performance, fix bugs, and enhance stability.
- Show ads and measure their effectiveness.
- Understand feature usage to guide product decisions.
- Analyze app functionality and usage patterns to improve user experience.
Third Party Services
We use third party services that may process the data listed above. Please review their policies:
Important: None of these third-party services have access to your contact information or birthday data stored locally on your device.
Data Sharing and Sale
We do not sell your personal information. We may share non-identifiable data with service providers listed above to operate the app. These providers are obligated to use the data only to provide their services to us. Your contact information and birthday data stored locally on your device are never shared with any third-party services.
Local Data Storage
All birthday reminders, contact information, and user-entered data are stored exclusively on your device. This data:
- Remains on your device and is never transmitted to external servers.
- Works completely offline - no internet connection is required to access your data.
- Can be deleted at any time by uninstalling the app or clearing app data.
- Is not backed up to cloud services unless you explicitly use your device's backup features.
Cookies
The app itself does not use cookies. Third party SDKs may use technologies similar to cookies to provide analytics and ads.
Your Choices
- Contact Permission - You can grant or revoke contact access permission at any time through your device settings.
- Ads personalization - you can limit personalized ads on your device:
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
- iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Apple Advertising → turn off Personalized Ads
- You can also reset your device Advertising ID at any time.
- You can delete all app data at any time by uninstalling the app or clearing app data from device settings.
Data Retention
All birthday data and contact information stay on your device until you delete the app or clear the app data. Analytics and diagnostics retained by our providers follow their own retention schedules as described in their privacy policies.
Security
We use commercially reasonable measures to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Your local data stored on the device is protected by your device's built-in security features.
Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Links to Other Sites
The Service may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Effective date: 2025-01-27
Contact Us
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact us at akyno.apps@gmail.com.