Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies to the shortfly app (hereby referred to as "Application") for mobile devices that was created by [email protected] (hereby referred to as "Service Provider") as a Commercial service. This service is intended for use "AS IS".

Information Collection and Use

The Application collects information when you download and use it. This information may include information such as:

• Your device's Internet Protocol address (e.g., IP address)
• The pages of the Application that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages
• The time spent on the Application
• The operating system you use on your mobile device

The Application does not gather precise information about the location of your mobile device.

The Service Provider may use the information you provided to contact you from time to time to provide you with important information, required notices, and marketing promotions.

For a better experience, while using the Application, the Service Provider may require you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information. The information that the Service Provider requests will be retained by them and used as described in this privacy policy.

Features of the Application

The Application includes the following functionalities:

1. Video Upload: Users can upload videos through the Application. These videos are subject to moderation and must comply with the terms of service. The Service Provider may collect metadata related to the videos, such as file size, upload time, and associated user information.
2. Rewards for Watching Videos: The Application provides a reward system where users can earn rewards for watching videos. This feature tracks the duration of video views and allocates rewards accordingly. The Service Provider may collect anonymized data to improve the reward system and ensure its fair use.
3. Sharing Videos via Deep Link: The Application enables users to share videos using deep links. These links allow direct access to specific content within the app. The Service Provider may track shared links for analytics and service improvements.
4. Download and Watch Offline: Users can download videos for offline viewing. Downloaded content is stored locally on the device, and the Application may collect information about downloads for service enhancements.

Permissions Used

The Application may require certain permissions to function optimally. These permissions are essential for ensuring the best user experience and providing core functionalities of the Application. Below is a description of specific permissions used by the Application:

1. android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK: This permission is required to enable media playback in the foreground service. It ensures that the Application can play audio or video content seamlessly, even when the app is running in the background or minimized. This permission helps provide an uninterrupted playback experience by keeping the media service active and responsive to user controls. The Application uses this permission strictly for media-related functionalities and does not misuse it to access or process unrelated data. If you have concerns or queries regarding this permission, please contact us at [email protected].
2. android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES: This permission is required to access images stored on your device. It enables the Application to allow users to upload and manage image content effectively. The Application uses this permission only for features related to media uploads and does not access any unrelated data.
3. android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO: This permission is essential for accessing video files stored on your device. It ensures that users can upload and manage video content seamlessly. The Application strictly uses this permission for functionalities related to video uploads and does not misuse it for unrelated purposes.
4. Google Authentication: The Application integrates Google Authentication for secure login and user account management. This feature allows users to sign in with their Google account credentials, ensuring a streamlined and secure login experience. The Service Provider uses this feature only to authenticate users and does not access or store sensitive information beyond what is necessary for authentication purposes.
5. Google Analytics and Advertising ID: The Application may use Google Analytics and Advertising ID for improving services and providing personalized ads. Users can opt out of personalized ads through their device settings.

Third Party Access

Only aggregated, anonymized data is periodically transmitted to external services to aid the Service Provider in improving the Application and their service. The Service Provider may share your information with third parties in the ways that are described in this privacy statement.

Please note that the Application utilizes third-party services that have their own Privacy Policy about handling data. Below are the links to the Privacy Policy of the third-party service providers used by the Application:

• Google Play Services
• AdMob
• Expo

The Service Provider may disclose User Provided and Automatically Collected Information:

• as required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, or similar legal process;
• when they believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect their rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request;
• with their trusted service providers who work on their behalf, do not have an independent use of the information we disclose to them, and have agreed to adhere to the rules set forth in this privacy statement.

Opt-Out Rights

You can stop all collection of information by the Application easily by uninstalling it. You may use the standard uninstall processes as may be available as part of your mobile device or via the mobile application marketplace or network.

Data Retention Policy

The Service Provider will retain User Provided data for as long as you use the Application and for a reasonable time thereafter. If you'd like them to delete User Provided Data that you have provided via the Application, please contact them at [email protected] and they will respond in a reasonable time.

Children

The Service Provider does not use the Application to knowingly solicit data from or market to children under the age of 13.

The Application does not address anyone under the age of 13. The Service Provider does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13 years of age. In the case the Service Provider discovers that a child under 13 has provided personal information, the Service Provider will immediately delete this from their servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact the Service Provider ([email protected]) so that they will be able to take the necessary actions.

Security

The Service Provider is concerned about safeguarding the confidentiality of your information. The Service Provider provides physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect information the Service Provider processes and maintains.

Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time for any reason. The Service Provider will notify you of any changes to the Privacy Policy by updating this page with the new Privacy Policy. You are advised to consult this Privacy Policy regularly for any changes, as continued use is deemed approval of all changes.

This privacy policy is effective as of 2024-12-27.

Your Consent

By using the Application, you are consenting to the processing of your information as set forth in this Privacy Policy now and as amended by us.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding privacy while using the Application, or have questions about the practices, please contact the Service Provider via email at [email protected].