1. Introduction
BabyMood ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. Our app provides analysis of baby sounds, videos, and images, along with sleep sound features to help parents better understand and care for their babies.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Audio recordings of baby sounds (cries, coos, etc.) for analysis
- Video recordings of baby activities for analysis
- Photos or images of your baby for analysis
- App preferences and settings
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Device information (model, OS version, unique identifiers)
- App usage data and analytics
- Crash reports and performance data
- IP address and general location data
2.3 Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
- Firebase (Google) – remote configuration, crash reporting (Crashlytics), and usage analytics to improve the app
- RevenueCat – subscription and purchase management; may collect device identifiers for attribution if you allow tracking on your device
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide analysis of baby sounds, videos, and images
- Process audio, video, and image recordings to provide insights about your baby's needs
- Deliver sleep sound content and features
- Process premium purchases and manage subscriptions (via RevenueCat and the App Store)
- Improve app performance, fix bugs, and understand usage (via Firebase crash reporting and analytics)
- Comply with legal obligations when required
4. Media Processing and Storage
- Audio, video, and image recordings are processed securely and are not stored permanently unless you choose to save them within the app.
- Sleep sounds are streamed or cached locally on your device and do not require transmission of personal data.
- We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data during transmission and storage.
- Processing may occur on your device or on our secure servers depending on the feature.
- No user account or login credentials are stored; the app does not require registration.
4.1 Face Data
- Our app may analyze facial features from images or video frames provided by the user solely to generate insights and results within the app.
- We do not collect, store, or retain any facial images, biometric identifiers, or face geometry data.
- Face-related analysis is performed temporarily and only for the duration required to generate results. Once the analysis is completed, the data is immediately discarded.
- Face data is not stored on our servers and is not linked to any user identity.
- We do not share any face data with third parties under any circumstances.
- Face data is not used for identification, authentication, or tracking purposes.
5. Data Storage and Security
- Data is processed on secure servers with restricted access.
- We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access.
- Media files are not retained beyond the analysis session unless you explicitly save them in the app.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service providers (cloud hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- Legal authorities when required by law
- Third parties with your explicit consent
We may use aggregated, anonymized data to improve our services. This data cannot be traced back to individual users or specific babies.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Delete any saved recordings from within the app
- Clear app data through your device settings
- Opt out of analytics tracking where technically feasible
- Uninstall the app to remove all locally stored data
- Request information about data we may have processed
- Withdraw consent at any time
8. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
9. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You can request deletion of your data at any time.
10. Analytics and Device Identifiers
We use analytics (Firebase) to understand how the app is used and to improve stability and features. We do not use third-party advertising in the app.
On iOS, we may ask for your permission to use device identifiers for subscription attribution (App Tracking Transparency). You can decline or limit tracking in your device settings at any time.
11. Third-Party Links
Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12. Children's Privacy
Our app is designed to help parents care for their babies. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of the app after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
15. Applicable Law
We aim to handle your data responsibly and in line with applicable privacy laws. This policy is provided in accordance with the requirements of the Apple App Store.
16. Consent
By using BabyMood, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.