Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Nov 28 2024

At Book Social, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you use our app, website, and related services (collectively, “Services”).

By using Book Social, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, username, password, and profile information.

  • Content: This includes book reviews, reading lists, comments, and other User Content you share within the app.

  • Preferences: Your reading preferences, book genres, and other personalized settings.

1.2 Information We Automatically Collect

  • Usage Data: We collect information about your activity on the app, such as the books you search for, lists you create, and features you use.

  • Device Data: Includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.

  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and track app performance.

1.3 Information From Third Parties

  • Social Media: If you connect your account to social platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok), we may collect profile information and activity data.

  • Affiliate Links: We may track purchases made through affiliate links to recommend books and improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To personalize your book recommendations and user experience.

  • To process payments and manage subscriptions.

  • To communicate with you about updates, features, and promotions.

  • To analyze app usage and improve performance.

  • To comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it under the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, customer support, and payment processing.

  • Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights and users’ safety.

4. Your Choices

  • Manage Account Data: You can update or delete your account information in the app settings.

  • Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies.

  • Emails: Opt out of promotional emails by using the unsubscribe link provided.

5. Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Please use the app responsibly.

6. Children’s Privacy

Book Social is not intended for users under the age of 18. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

7. International Users

If you are accessing Book Social from outside the Australia, note that your information will be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable local laws.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice in the app.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data.

  • Request correction or deletion of your information.

  • Object to certain data processing activities.

  • Submit complaints to a data protection authority.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: booksocialapp@gmail.com