Privacy Policy

Overview

This Privacy Policy applies to the StatusStudio mobile application ("App"), operated by Creed Digital ("we," "us," or "our"). It describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

By downloading, installing, or using StatusStudio, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you sign in, we collect:

• Your display name
• Your email address
• Your profile photo URL (from Google or Apple — we do not store the image)
• Authentication provider (Google, Apple, or anonymous guest)
• Account creation date
• Subscription plan (Free or Premium)

2.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain usage information through Firebase Analytics:

• App features used (which tools you open, not what you create)
• App crashes and performance data
• Device type, operating system version
• App version
• Session duration and frequency of use
• Country/region (not precise location)

2.3 Device Information

• Device model and manufacturer
• Operating system version (iOS / Android)
• Unique device identifier (for advertising, where consent is given)
• Screen resolution
• Language settings

2.4 Push Notification Data

If you grant permission for push notifications, we collect a Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) token to deliver notifications to your device. You can revoke this permission at any time in your device settings.

2.5 In-App Purchase Data

Premium subscription purchases are processed entirely by Apple App Store or Google Play. We receive confirmation of your subscription status but do not receive your payment details, credit card information, or billing address.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the App's functionality
• Authenticate your account and personalize your experience
• Sync your projects across devices (if signed in)
• Process and verify your Premium subscription
• Send you relevant push notifications (only with your permission)
• Detect and fix bugs, crashes, and performance issues
• Understand how features are used to improve the App
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and violations of our Terms of Service
• Respond to your support requests
• Show relevant advertisements (to Free users, with consent where required)
• Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations

We will never sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information to make automated decisions that significantly affect you.

Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect:

• The content of your photos, videos, or audio files
• Your text board content or caption text
• Your brand kit colors, logos, or fonts
• Your precise GPS location
• Your contacts or phone book
• Your browsing history outside the app
• Payment or financial information
• Biometric data
• Health or medical data
• Messages, emails, or communications

Third-Party Services

StatusStudio integrates with the following third-party services. Each has its own privacy policy:

Firebase (Google LLC)

• Firebase Authentication — Handles sign-in with Google and Apple
• Firebase Analytics — Aggregated usage analytics
• Firebase Cloud Messaging — Push notification delivery

Google Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy

Google Sign-In

If you sign in with Google, Google shares your name, email, and profile photo URL with us. We do not receive your Google password or any other Google account data.

Sign in with Apple

If you sign in with Apple, Apple may allow you to hide your real email address using their email relay service. We respect this choice and use the relay address provided.

Google AdMob

Free users may see advertisements powered by Google AdMob. AdMob may collect advertising identifiers and usage data to show relevant ads. This is subject to your consent where required by law (GDPR, CCPA). Premium users see no advertisements. See Section 6 for more details.

Google AdMob Privacy Policy: support.google.com/admob

Apple App Store / Google Play

In-app purchases for Premium subscriptions are processed by Apple or Google. Their privacy policies govern payment processing.

Advertising & Analytics

6.1 Advertising (Free Users)

Free tier users may see banner and interstitial advertisements served by Google AdMob. Before displaying personalized ads, we request your consent through a standard consent dialog as required by:

• GDPR (European Economic Area and UK users)
• CCPA (California users)
• Other applicable regional privacy laws

If you decline personalized ads, you may still see non-personalized ads. Premium subscribers see no advertisements of any kind.

6.2 Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how the App is used at an aggregate level. This data is anonymized and we cannot identify individual users from analytics data. You can opt out of analytics data collection in the App's settings.

6.3 Advertising Identifier

On iOS, we request access to the Advertising Identifier (IDFA) only with your explicit permission (required under Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework). On Android, we access the Google Advertising ID (GAID) in accordance with Google's policies. You can reset or limit this identifier in your device settings.

Data Storage & Security

7.1 On-Device Storage

Your creative projects, media files, brand kit settings, and app preferences are stored locally on your device. This data is protected by your device's built-in security (encryption, secure enclave, etc.).

7.2 Cloud Storage (Signed-In Users)

If you are signed in, your account information (name, email, plan) is stored securely in Firebase, hosted on Google Cloud servers in the United States and other locations with appropriate data protection agreements in place.

7.3 Security Measures

• All data in transit is encrypted using TLS 1.2 or higher
• Firebase data is encrypted at rest using AES-256
• We implement the principle of least privilege — staff access only what is necessary
• We conduct regular security reviews
• We do not store passwords — authentication is delegated to Google and Apple

No security system is perfect. While we implement industry-standard protections, we cannot guarantee absolute security. We will notify you of any data breaches affecting your personal information as required by law.

Your Rights & Choices

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

Access & Portability

You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you by contacting us at the email below.

Correction

You can update your display name at any time through your Google or Apple account settings.

Deletion

You can delete your StatusStudio account from the Account screen within the App. This permanently deletes your account data and cannot be undone. Alternatively, contact us to request deletion.

Push Notifications

Disable push notifications at any time in your device's Settings → Notifications → StatusStudio.

Advertising Opt-Out

You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device's ad settings (iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking; Android: Settings → Google → Ads).

GDPR Rights (EEA Users)

• Right of access (Article 15)
• Right to rectification (Article 16)
• Right to erasure / "right to be forgotten" (Article 17)
• Right to restrict processing (Article 18)
• Right to data portability (Article 20)
• Right to object (Article 21)
• Right not to be subject to automated decision-making (Article 22)

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: info.statusstudio.creed@gmail.com

Children's Privacy

StatusStudio is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or under 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these age limits.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately. We will promptly delete such information from our records.

If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

• Account data: Retained as long as your account is active. Deleted within 30 days of account deletion request.
• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized; retained for up to 26 months per Firebase's standard retention period.
• Push notification tokens: Refreshed regularly; invalidated tokens are removed within 90 days.
• Subscription records: Retained for 7 years as required for accounting and legal compliance.
• Support communications: Retained for 2 years after the last contact.

Local data stored on your device is retained until you delete the App or clear the App's data.

International Users

StatusStudio is operated from Uganda and serves users globally. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States (where Google's Firebase servers are located).

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission where applicable.

By using StatusStudio, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in these locations.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Send a push notification to the App (if you have notifications enabled)
• Display a notice within the App on next launch

Your continued use of the App after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: