Privacy Policy for Doodle - Kids Coloring App

Effective Date: January 2025

Thank you for using Doodle ("the App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe experience for all users, especially children.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Artwork and Creations: The drawings and coloring pages you create are stored locally on your device.
• App Preferences: Your settings, such as selected pets, themes, and preferences, are stored locally on your device.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: We may collect basic device information (device type, operating system version) for app functionality and compatibility purposes.
• Usage Analytics: We collect anonymous usage data to improve app performance and user experience. This data does not personally identify you.

1.3 Permissions We Request

Permission	Purpose	Data Collected
Camera	AR experience (BubbleAR) and taking photos	No camera data is stored or transmitted
Photo Library	Saving artwork to your device	No photos are accessed or uploaded
Notifications	Optional reminders and updates	Notification preferences only

2. TrueDepth API and Face Data

Our app uses the TrueDepth camera through Apple's ARKit framework solely for the "BubbleAR" augmented reality feature.

2.1 What Information is Processed

When you use the front camera in BubbleAR mode, we use ARFaceTrackingConfiguration to enable real-time AR rendering. The TrueDepth camera tracks the position of your device relative to your face to correctly position AR bubble animations in 3D space.

2.2 How This Information is Used

• Face tracking data is processed in real-time on your device only to render AR content (bubbles) on the camera feed.
• The data is used solely to position AR objects correctly in 3D space relative to the camera.
• This creates an engaging, interactive bubble-blowing AR experience.

2.3 Data Storage and Sharing

2.4 User Control

• Camera access can be revoked at any time through your device's Settings > Privacy & Security > Camera.
• The BubbleAR feature is entirely optional; the app functions fully without it.
• You can use the back camera in BubbleAR mode, which does not use TrueDepth technology.

3. Photo Library Access

3.1 Purpose

We request Photo Library access to allow you to:

• Save your artwork and creations to your device
• Save AR photos and videos from BubbleAR

3.2 What We Access

• We only write images to your Photo Library when you explicitly choose to save.
• We do NOT read, scan, analyze, or upload any existing photos from your library.
• All saved images remain on your device under your control.

4. Children's Privacy

Doodle is designed for children and families. We take children's privacy very seriously.

4.1 COPPA Compliance

• We do NOT knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
• We do NOT require account creation or login.
• We do NOT collect names, email addresses, or other personal identifiers.
• All data (artwork, preferences) is stored locally on the device, not on our servers.

4.2 Parental Controls

• Parents can control camera and photo library access through iOS Settings.
• In-app purchases require parental authentication (App Store settings).
• No social features, chat, or user-generated content sharing with other users.

4.3 Advertising

• We do NOT display behavioral or targeted advertising to children.
• No third-party advertising SDKs are integrated in the app.

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Apple Services

• App Store / StoreKit: Handles all payment processing for in-app purchases and subscriptions. We do not have access to your payment information.
• ARKit: Processes AR data locally on your device.
• ReplayKit: Records screen content when you choose to record videos in BubbleAR. Recordings are saved locally.

We do not integrate any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking SDKs in our app.

6. Data Storage and Security

6.1 Local Storage

• All artwork, preferences, and app data are stored locally on your device.
• Data is stored in the app's sandboxed container and iOS-encrypted storage.
• We do NOT maintain servers that store your personal data or creations.

6.2 Data You Control

• Your artwork is stored in the app and can be deleted at any time.
• Uninstalling the app removes all locally stored data.
• Saved photos in your Photo Library remain under your control.

6.3 Security Measures

• All data remains on your device, protected by iOS security features.
• No network transmission of personal data occurs.
• No cloud backup of app data to our servers.

7. Data Retention

• Artwork: Stored locally until you delete it or uninstall the app.
• Preferences: Stored locally until you reset the app or uninstall.
• AR/Face Data: Not retained; processed in real-time and immediately discarded.
• Analytics: Anonymous, aggregated data may be retained for app improvement.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: View all your stored artwork within the app.
• Delete: Remove any artwork or reset app data at any time.
• Control Permissions: Enable or disable camera, photo library, and notification access through iOS Settings.
• Opt Out: Decline optional features like AR or notifications.

9. International Users

The app is available worldwide. By using the app, you acknowledge that:

• All data processing occurs locally on your device.
• No personal data is transferred internationally as we do not collect or transmit personal data.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy.
• Providing in-app notification for material changes.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: