Last updated: January 15, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Daily News App ("Service") and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Important Notice: Daily News App is designed for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural.
Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
- Account means a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service.
- Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by or is under common control with a party, where "control" means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest or other securities entitled to vote for election of directors or other managing authority.
- Application refers to Daily News App, the software program provided by the Company for Android devices.
- Company (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our" in this Agreement) refers to Daily News App.
- Country refers to: Bangladesh
- Device means any Android device that can access the Service such as a smartphone or tablet.
- Personal Data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
- Service refers to the Application.
- Virtual Currency refers to the coin system within our Application that allows users to access premium features.
- You means the individual accessing or using the Service.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account with Daily News App, we collect:
- Email address
- Username
- Profile information (optional)
- Account preferences and settings
- Virtual currency (coins) balance and transaction history
Note: While creating an account is optional, users without accounts will have access to limited features of the application.
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service, including:
- Device information (device type, operating system version, device identifiers)
- App usage patterns and feature interactions
- Crash reports and performance data
- IP address and general location information
- Time stamps of app usage
- News reading preferences and behavior
Advertising Data
Our app displays advertisements through multiple advertising networks. These networks may collect data for ad personalization and analytics:
Google AdMob
Start.io (StartApp SDK)
Unity Ads
Meta Audience Network
These advertising partners may collect:
- Device advertising identifiers (GAID)
- IP address and approximate location
- App usage and interaction data
- Ad interaction and engagement metrics
- Device and network information
Virtual Currency System
Daily News App features a virtual currency system where users can earn coins through various activities:
- Earning Coins: Users can earn coins by watching advertisements, completing daily tasks, and engaging with app features
- Currency Conversion: The app displays coin values converted to USD and BDT for reference purposes only
- Usage: Coins can be used to unlock premium features, remove ads temporarily, or access exclusive content
- No Real Money Value: Coins have no real monetary value and cannot be exchanged for actual currency or withdrawn
- Virtual Economy: All transactions within the app are virtual and do not involve real money transfers
Affiliate Marketing
Daily News App may contain affiliate links to third-party services and products. We participate in affiliate programs with:
When you click on affiliate links:
- You may be redirected to external websites
- We may receive a commission for qualifying purchases
- Your interaction with affiliate links may be tracked
- These third-party sites have their own privacy policies
Data Storage and Security
Server Storage
Data Storage: Your account data, preferences, and virtual currency information are stored on secure servers. Please note that our server infrastructure may change over time to ensure optimal performance and security. We maintain industry-standard security measures regardless of the specific server location.
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication systems
- Monitoring for unauthorized access attempts
- Secure backup and recovery procedures
Third-Party Services
Advertising Networks
We work with the following advertising networks, each with their own privacy policies:
Analytics and Performance
We may use third-party analytics services to understand app usage and improve user experience. These services may collect device and usage information in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide and maintain the Daily News App functionality
- Account Management: To manage user accounts, preferences, and virtual currency balances
- Personalization: To customize news content and user experience
- Advertising: To display relevant advertisements and track ad performance
- Communication: To send important updates, notifications, and promotional content
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve app features
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Advertising Partners: With advertising networks for ad delivery and analytics
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in app operations
- Affiliate Partners: With affiliate marketing partners for commission tracking
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
- Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes
Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request access to your personal data
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
- Restriction: Request restriction of data processing
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the Service and maintain your account
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
Account data is typically retained while your account remains active. Upon account deletion, we will remove your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers, including:
- Implementing appropriate technical and organizational measures
- Using standard contractual clauses where applicable
- Ensuring adequate levels of data protection
Children's Privacy
Age Restriction: Daily News App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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. If we discover we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information from our servers.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We and our partners may use various tracking technologies including:
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device
- Local Storage: Data stored locally on your device
- SDKs: Software development kits for analytics and advertising
- Pixels: Tiny images used for tracking purposes
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated Privacy Policy in the app
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Displaying prominent notices in the app
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.