Privacy Policy for Spotlight on the Word (SOTW) Mobile App

Introduction

Spotlight on the Word (SOTW) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

Information Collection

We may collect information about you in various ways when you use our app. This information may include:

• Personal information you provide to us (e.g., name, email address). We collect this information when use ask a question or contact us.
• Device information (e.g., device type, operating system)
• Information stored on your device (with your permission)

App Permissions

Our app requires certain permissions to function properly. These include:

• Internet Access: To fetch articles, news, and other content.
• Wake Lock: To keep the device awake during certain operations.
• Write External Storage: To save articles and media for offline access.
• Foreground Service: For background tasks like downloading videos so your other activities can continue uninterrupted.
• Access Network State: To check network connectivity.
• Notification Access: To send and manage app notifications. You can at any time turn off these notifications in the app settings or decide how long you want to keep them.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our app services
• Responding to the questions you ask us within the app
• Improving our app and services
• Communicating with you about updates and new features
• Sending you articles and updates when you ask us to
• Let you know when we go live on Facebook or YouTube

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

• With your consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Request restriction of processing your personal information

Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

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.