Privacy Policy for Flashboard

Introduction

Flashboard ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use the Flashboard iOS application (the "App").

Information We Do NOT Collect

Flashboard does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. We are committed to your privacy and operate on a "no data collection" principle.

No Data Collection

• User Data: We do not collect any personal information, usage data, or analytics
• Device Information: We do not collect device identifiers, iOS version, or device type
• Text Messages: We do not store or transmit your LED banner text messages
• Usage Analytics: We do not track how you use the app or collect behavioral data
• Location Data: We do not access or use your location

Local Preferences Only

• Text Messages: Your saved text messages are stored locally on your device only
• Display Settings: Font styles, colors, scroll speeds, and other display preferences remain on your device
• App Settings: All app configurations are stored locally
• No Accounts: No user accounts, profiles, or cloud storage

How We Process Data Locally

Since we do not collect any data, all processing happens locally on your device:

1. Display Text Messages: All text content you enter is processed locally and displayed on your screen
2. Store Display Preferences: Your font, color, and animation preferences are saved locally on your device
3. Save Message History: Optional message history is stored locally for quick access

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We have no data to share because we don't collect any data. There is no data transmission, storage, or sharing with any third parties.

Third-Party Services

The app uses the following components that process data locally only:

• iOS System Frameworks: UIKit, SwiftUI, and other Apple frameworks that operate locally
• No Analytics Services: We do not use any third-party analytics or tracking services
• No Advertising: Flashboard is completely free with no ads or ad tracking

Data Storage and Security

No Data Storage

• No Personal Data Storage: We do not store any personal data anywhere
• No Servers: We do not maintain any servers or databases
• No Cloud Storage: No data is transmitted to or stored in the cloud
• No Data Retention: There is no data to retain because we don't collect any

Security by Design

• Zero Data Collection: The most secure approach is not collecting data in the first place
• Local Processing Only: All operations happen on your device using iOS secure frameworks
• No Network Transmission: No personal data ever leaves your device

Your Privacy Rights

Complete Control

• You have full control over all data stored locally on your device
• You can delete saved messages and preferences at any time within the app
• No permissions are required (camera, location, contacts, etc.)

Data Deletion

• Since we don't collect any data, there is no personal data to delete from our servers
• Uninstalling the app removes all local app data (saved messages and preferences)
• No data cleanup is needed because no personal data exists anywhere outside your device

Children's Privacy

Flashboard does not collect personal information from anyone, including children under 13 years of age. Since we don't collect any data, the app is completely safe for children and families to use.

International Data Transfers

Since all data processing occurs locally on your device, no international data transfers occur.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• We will notify users of significant changes through app updates
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

Apple Privacy Requirements Compliance

This app complies with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines and privacy requirements:

• We have implemented a Privacy Manifest (PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy) as required for iOS 17+
• No tracking or data collection occurs
• The app does not require any system permissions
• All data processing is transparent and local

Consent

By using Flashboard, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app.

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Summary for Apple App Store

Data Types Collected:

• None - No data is collected

Data Usage:

• All data processing occurs locally on device
• No data transmission to external servers
• No data sharing with third parties
• No tracking or analytics
• No advertisements

User Control:

• Users can delete saved messages and settings at any time
• All data can be removed by uninstalling the app
• No accounts or sign-in required

This privacy policy ensures compliance with Apple's App Store requirements while maintaining user trust through transparency and complete data privacy. Flashboard is designed to be a completely free, ad-free experience with zero data collection.