Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Astromercury ("we", "us", or "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide

• Name and email address (for account creation)
• Date, time, and place of birth (for birth chart generation)
• Profile information such as gender and preferred language
• Messages and communications sent through the app
• Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

Information Collected Automatically

• Device identifiers and mobile advertising IDs (IDFA on iOS, subject to App Tracking Transparency permission)
• IP address and approximate location (country/region)
• App usage data, features accessed, and session duration
• Crash reports and performance diagnostics
• Operating system version and device type

App Tracking Transparency (iOS): On iOS 14 and later, we request your permission before accessing the IDFA (Identifier for Advertisers) via Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework. If you decline, we will not collect your IDFA and will not use your device data for cross-app advertising.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Generate personalized birth charts, horoscopes, and astrological insights
• Provide compatibility analysis and relationship readings
• Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly personalized horoscopes
• Create and manage your user account
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send push notifications (only with your permission)
• Improve and optimize the Service
• Respond to customer support requests
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Service (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• Analytics Partners: Firebase Analytics and similar tools to understand app usage
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you the Service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at privacy@astromercury.co. We will respond to verified deletion requests within 30 days.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS/HTTPS) and at rest, access controls, and regular security assessments to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to 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 immediately at privacy@astromercury.co.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to or restrict processing of your information
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@astromercury.co.

9. Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We use the following third-party services:

• Google Firebase (authentication, database, analytics)
• RevenueCat (subscription and in-app purchase management)
• Apple App Store and Google Play Store (app distribution)

10. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze usage patterns. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features.

11. International 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 in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, through in-app notifications. Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: