Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 4, 2026

Last Updated: May 4, 2026

1. Introduction

StarkyStar ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") 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, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service. Your continued use of the Service constitutes your acceptance of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Registration: Name, email address, password, and family information
• Profile Information: Child names, ages, birthdays, and profile pictures
• Task and Reward Data: Task descriptions, rewards, and completion history
• Communication: Messages, feedback, and support inquiries

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique identifiers
• App Usage: Features accessed, interaction patterns, and timestamps
• Notifications: Push notification preferences and delivery status
• Timezone: Device timezone for task scheduling and notifications

2.3 Permissions

Our app requests the following permissions:

• Notifications: To send task reminders, achievement notifications, and important updates
• Device Information: To provide appropriate experiences and support

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send transactional and promotional communications
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address security incidents and fraud
• Personalize and improve your experience
• Comply with legal obligations

4. COPPA Compliance

StarkyStar is designed with children's privacy as a top priority and complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We:

• Require parental consent before collecting information from children under 13
• Only collect information necessary for the Service to function
• Do not sell or share children's personal information
• Limit data retention to what is necessary
• Provide parents with access to their child's information
• Send notifications only to parent devices, not child devices

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 Within Your Family

Information is shared between family members (parents and children) as necessary for the Service to function.

5.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing the Service, including:

• Backend infrastructure providers (Appwrite)
• Analytics providers
• Customer support platforms
• Payment processors (if applicable)

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

5.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to access your personal information and receive a copy in a portable format.

8.2 Correction and Deletion

You may request correction of inaccurate information or deletion of your account and data.

8.3 Parental Rights

Parents have the right to review, request deletion of, or refuse further collection of their child's information. Visit our account deletion page for more information.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, when required, by email or through the Service.

11. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@starkystar.com
• Telegram: @starkystar
• Instagram: @starkystar.app

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please contact us for more information about your rights.

13. European Union Privacy Rights

If you are located in the EU, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, correct, delete, or port your data. Please contact us to exercise these rights.

Thank you for trusting StarkyStar with your family's information. Your privacy is our priority. Updated 2026.