Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Jan 1, 2025
Last Updated: Jan 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how POCKET WHIP APP (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and shares your information when you use our mobile application and website. This policy is fully compliant with Google Play Developer Program Policies and relevant privacy laws.

1. Who We Are

[POCKET WHIP APP] is operated by JUANA MARTINA GONZALEZ BELTRAN, who is the owner of the associated Google Play developer account and serves as the data controller.

For questions or privacy requests, contact:
Email: info@pocketwhip.tv

2. Data We Collect

We may collect the following data when you use our app or website:

a. Personal Data

  • Name, email (only if provided through comments or contact forms)

b. Device and Usage Data

Collected automatically via Firebase and AdMob SDKs:

  • Device information (e.g. OS, model, device ID)

  • IP address

  • App usage statistics (e.g., screen views, session duration)

  • Crash reports

  • Ad interaction and impression data

c. Cookies and Web Data

  • Cookies for saving login details or user preferences (on website)

d. Media and Comment Data

  • Uploaded media (please avoid EXIF GPS data)

  • Comments including IP and browser info for spam detection

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Operate and maintain the app and website

  • Display ads via AdMob

  • Analyze usage via Firebase Analytics

  • Detect crashes using Firebase Crashlytics

  • Improve user experience and app performance

  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

We use third-party SDKs and services:

a. Google AdMob

Used to show in-app advertisements. AdMob may collect:

  • Advertising ID

  • Device and network information

  • Location data (approximate)

  • App usage data

Google’s use of data is governed by:
Google Privacy Policy

Users in the EU will be shown a consent message in compliance with GDPR.

b. Firebase (by Google)

We use Firebase for:

  • Analytics – collects user interaction and event data

  • Crashlytics – collects app crash and performance data

Firebase may collect:

  • Device data

  • Event logs

  • IP addresses (briefly, for geolocation)

Firebase privacy terms:
Firebase Privacy and Security

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing. We may share your data with:

  • Google (AdMob, Firebase)

  • Service providers under contract

  • Legal authorities when required

6. Data Retention

  • Comments: retained indefinitely

  • App usage data (Firebase): retained per Google’s standard retention policy

  • Advertising data: retained by AdMob as per their policy

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data

  • Opt-out of personalized ads (via device settings)

  • Withdraw consent

To make a request, contact us at: [Your Contact Email]

8. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

If we learn that we have unintentionally collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. When we do, we’ll update the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our app and site means you accept the updated terms.

Contact Information
Pocket Whip App
Email: info@pocketwhip.tv