Important Notice: This Privacy Policy describes how Shorty Saga ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use the Shorty Saga short-form video streaming application (the "App"). By using the App, you agree to this policy.
Shorty Saga is designed to provide engaging short-form video content while respecting user privacy. This policy outlines our practices regarding your information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide and improve our service.
1.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Such as your email address and password if you create an account.
- Profile Information: Display name, profile picture, and bio if you choose to add them.
- Preferences: Content preferences, favorite genres, and settings you select.
- User Content: Comments, reactions, and any content you create or share within the App.
- Communications: Information from your communications via in-app feedback.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and network information.
- Usage Data: Interaction details including videos watched, watch duration, search queries, scroll patterns, and engagement metrics.
- Log Information: Technical logs including IP address, app crashes, and system activity.
- Performance Data: Video loading times, buffering statistics, playback quality.
- Location Information: General location data (derived from IP address or device settings) for content localization and analytics. We do not collect precise GPS location without explicit consent.
Note: Shorty Saga does NOT access your personal files, contacts, or sensitive data without your explicit permission. We only process information necessary for the App's functionality.
2. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Information Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Provide and maintain the short-form video service | Account data, device information | Contractual necessity |
| Personalize content recommendations | Viewing history, preferences, engagement data | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| Analyze and improve service performance | Usage data, diagnostic logs, performance metrics | Legitimate interest |
| Enable social features and user interactions | User-generated content, profile information | Consent |
| Ensure security and prevent misuse | Device identifiers, usage patterns | Legitimate interest |
| Comply with legal obligations | Relevant user data | Legal compliance |
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in specific circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We engage trusted third-party vendors for essential services like data hosting, analytics, content delivery, and recommendation algorithms. They are contractually bound to protect your data.
3.2 Legal Requirements
If required by law, regulation, or valid legal request (e.g., court order).
3.3 Business Transactions
In connection with a merger, sale of assets, or acquisition, subject to confidentiality agreements.
3.4 Aggregated Data
We may share aggregated or anonymized usage data that cannot identify you for analytical or business purposes.
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit and strict access controls. However, no electronic transmission or storage method is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
- Account Data:
- Retained until you delete your account. Some data may be kept longer if required by law.
- Viewing History & Preferences:
- Retained to personalize service but can be cleared by you at any time.
- User-Generated Content:
- Retained until you delete it or delete your account.
- Usage Analytics:
- Anonymous data retained for up to 36 months to improve service.
- Log Data:
- Retained for up to 12 months for security and troubleshooting.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information.
6.1 Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Update inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data.
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
- Objection: Object to certain processing.
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
6.2 In-App Controls
- Adjust content recommendation settings
- Clear viewing and search history
- Manage notification preferences
- Delete user-generated content
- Delete your account
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
8. Children's Privacy
Shorty Saga is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have done so, we will take steps to delete it.
9. Third-Party Links and Content
The App may contain links to third-party websites or display third-party content. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy within the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use constitutes acceptance.