Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Trading Card Virtual Binder ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Binder Data: Information about virtual binders you create (names, colors)
• Card Collection: Data about which cards you add to your binders
• Subscription Information: If you purchase our ad-free subscription, payment information is processed by Apple and not stored by us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
• Usage Data: App usage patterns and interactions (collected by Google AdMob)
• Crash Reports: Anonymous crash and error logs to improve app stability

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• App Functionality: To provide core features like binder creation, card organization, and search
• Advertising: To display relevant ads through Google AdMob (unless you have an active subscription)
• Subscription Management: To manage your ad-free subscription status
• App Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and fix bugs
• Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

4. Data Storage

Your data is stored locally on your device. We do not transmit your binder or card collection data to external servers. Card database information is loaded from our API but your personal collection remains private on your device.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use data including:

• Device identifiers (such as IDFA)
• IP address
• General location data
• Ad interaction data

You can learn more about Google's data practices at Google Privacy Policy.

5.2 Apple In-App Purchases

Subscription payments are processed by Apple. We receive only basic transaction information to verify your subscription status. Apple's privacy policy applies to payment processing.

5.3 Pokémon TCG Data API

We use a custom API to provide Pokémon card data. Card information queries are processed to provide search functionality but are not linked to your personal identity.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: You can view all your binder and card data within the app
• Delete: You can delete individual binders or all your data by uninstalling the app
• Opt-Out of Ads: Subscribe to our ad-free plan to stop receiving advertisements
• Limit Ad Tracking: You can limit ad tracking through iOS Settings → Privacy → Tracking

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is designed for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• All data is stored locally on your device with iOS security protections
• API communications use HTTPS encryption
• We do not store sensitive personal information on external servers

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Notifying you through the app (for material changes)

Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. International Users

Our app is available worldwide. By using the app, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under CCPA:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)

12. European Users (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights including:

• Right of access and portability
• Right to rectification and erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

14. Consent

By using Trading Card Virtual Binder, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.