# Privacy Policy for Chroma Coloring App **Effective Date:** 17/03/2026 **Last Updated:** March 2026 **Version:** 1.0 --- ## 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing Chroma ("we," "our," or "the App"), a digital coloring application that allows you to create and color beautiful artwork. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application. **Chroma** is available as multiple themed versions (Dinosaurs, Animals, Mandalas, and others). This privacy policy applies to all themed variants of the app. **Key Points:** - We do **not** require user accounts or collect personal information like your name or email - Your colored artwork is stored **only on your device** and is never uploaded to our servers - We display advertisements through Google AdMob, which collects limited device information for ad purposes - We do **not** collect location data, camera access, or photos --- ## 2. Information We Collect ### 2.1 Information Collected by the App **We do not collect any personal information directly.** The app does not: - Require account creation or login - Ask for your name, email address, or phone number - Access your contacts, photos, or camera - Track your precise location ### 2.2 Information Stored Locally The following data is stored **only on your device** using your device's local storage: | Data Type | Purpose | Shared with Servers? | |-----------|---------|---------------------| | Your colored artwork | Preserves your creative work | **No** - stays on device | | App settings (theme, language, preferences) | Remembers your choices | **No** | | Drawing templates (cached) | Faster loading of content | **No** | | Ad display timing data | Controls when ads appear | **No** | **Important:** If you uninstall the app, all locally stored data will be permanently deleted. --- ## 3. How We Use Information Since we do not collect personal information directly, we use information in limited ways: 1. **To display advertisements** - Google AdMob uses device information to show relevant ads 2. **To save your artwork** - Stored locally so you can continue working on your creations 3. **To remember your preferences** - Theme, language, and settings are saved locally --- ## 4. Third-Party Services ### 4.1 Google AdMob Chroma displays advertisements through **Google AdMob**. When you use our app, Google AdMob may collect certain information for advertising purposes. **What Google AdMob May Collect:** | Data Type | Purpose | |-----------|---------| | Advertising ID (GAID on Android, IDFA on iOS) | Identifies your device for personalized ads | | Device information (model, OS version, screen size) | Helps optimize ad display | | IP address | Used to estimate general location for ads | | App usage patterns | Helps deliver relevant advertisements | | Ad interaction data | Records when you view or interact with ads | **Google's Privacy Policy:** For more information about how Google collects and uses data, please review Google's Privacy Policy: 🔗 **https://policies.google.com/privacy** **Opting Out of Personalized Ads:** You can limit ad tracking on your device: - **iOS:** Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → Turn off "Personalized Ads" - **Android:** Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization ### 4.2 Google Fonts The app loads fonts from Google Fonts CDN. Standard HTTP headers (such as referrer information) may be transmitted, but no personal information is collected. --- ## 5. Local Storage & Your Artwork ### 5.1 Your Artwork Stays on Your Device **All artwork you create in Chroma is stored exclusively on your device.** We do not upload, transmit, or store your colored artwork on external servers. Your artwork includes: - Color choices and brush strokes - Any notes or titles you assign to your creations - Thumbnail images of your work ### 5.2 What This Means for You - Your artwork remains private to you - Artwork is not backed up to cloud services - **If you uninstall the app, your artwork will be permanently lost** - To preserve your artwork, consider exporting it before uninstalling (if the app provides an export feature) --- ## 6. Data Security We implement appropriate measures to protect any information: 1. **Local Storage Security:** Your device's operating system protects locally stored data through app sandboxing 2. **No Server Storage:** Since we don't collect personal information, there's no risk of server-side data breaches 3. **Minimal Permissions:** The app only requests internet access (required for ads and content) --- ## 7. Children's Privacy Chroma is a coloring app that may appeal to children. We are committed to protecting children's privacy online. ### 7.1 COPPA Compliance (Children Under 13) If you are under 13 years old, please ask a parent or guardian to review this privacy policy and help you use the app. **For Parents and Guardians:** - The app does **not** collect personal information from children - No account creation is required, so children cannot share personal details - Artwork is stored locally and not shared online - Ads are displayed through Google AdMob, which has its own COPPA compliance measures If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information. ### 7.2 Parental Controls Parents can use device-level controls to: - Disable personalized advertising (iOS/Android settings) - Restrict app usage through screen time controls - Prevent in-app purchases (not applicable - no payment system implemented) --- ## 8. Your Rights Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your data. ### 8.1 For Users in the European Union (GDPR) Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to: - **Access:** Request information about data collected about you - **Deletion:** Request deletion of your data - **Data Portability:** Request a copy of your data in a portable format - **Object to Processing:** Object to certain data processing activities **How to Exercise These Rights:** Since we store data locally on your device, you can delete all app data by: 1. Uninstalling the app, or 2. Clearing the app's data in your device settings For Google AdMob data, please visit: 🔗 **https://adssettings.google.com** to manage ad personalization ### 8.2 For Users in California (CCPA) Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to: - Know what personal information is collected - Request deletion of personal information - Opt out of the "sale" of personal information **"Sale" of Information:** We do not sell personal information. However, Google AdMob may use your information for advertising purposes. To opt out of ad personalization, use the device settings described in Section 4.1. ### 8.3 For Users in Brazil (LGPD) Under Brazil's General Data Protection Law (LGPD), you have rights similar to GDPR, including access, correction, deletion, and data portability. ### 8.4 Data Retention - **Local Data:** Retained until you delete the app or clear app data - **AdMob Data:** Subject to Google's data retention policies --- ## 9. Do Not Track Signals We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals from web browsers. However, you can control ad personalization through your device settings as described in Section 4.1. --- ## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes: 1. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy 2. Significant changes will be communicated through the app or App Store description 3. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. --- ## 11. Contact Information If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: **Developer:** Francisco Denia Ruiz **App Name:** Chroma (Dinosaurs, Animals, Mandalas variants) **Bundle IDs:** - com.frandeniaruiz.chroma.dinosaurs - com.frandeniaruiz.chroma.animals - com.frandeniaruiz.chroma.mandalas **Contact Methods:** - App Store contact information - Developer email (available on App Store listing) For Google AdMob privacy inquiries: 🔗 **https://support.google.com/admob** --- ## 12. Summary | Question | Answer | |----------|--------| | Do you collect my name or email? | **No** | | Do you track my location? | **No** | | Is my artwork uploaded to servers? | **No** - stored only on device | | Do you show ads? | **Yes** - via Google AdMob | | Can I delete my data? | **Yes** - uninstall the app | | Do I need an account? | **No** | --- *This Privacy Policy is accurate as of the last updated date. For questions or concerns, please contact us using the information above.*