Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Ebla, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide:

• Account Information: Name, email, phone number (optional)
• Profile Picture: Profile image you choose
• Messages: Text and voice messages you send
• Media: Photos and files you share in conversations

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically:

• Device Information: Device type, OS, device ID
• Usage Information: How you use the app and features
• Location: (Only if you grant permission)

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve app services
• Enable conversations between users
• Send notifications about messages and updates
• Process in-app purchases
• Improve user experience and personalize content
• Protect app security and prevent fraud

4. Required Permissions

4.1 Camera (android.permission.CAMERA):

We request camera permission to allow you to:

• Take photos to share in conversations
• Update your profile picture
• Make video calls (future feature)

4.2 Microphone (android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO):

• Make voice calls in voice rooms
• Send voice messages

4.3 Storage (android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE):

• Select photos and files to share
• Save received media

4.4 Internet (android.permission.INTERNET):

• Send and receive messages
• Sync data with the server

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following cases:

• With other users: Information you choose to share in conversations
• Service providers: Firebase, cloud storage services (to operate the app)
• Legal compliance: If required by law

6. Data Security

We use advanced security measures to protect your information:

• Data encryption in transit (SSL/TLS)
• Secure storage on protected servers
• User authentication (Firebase Authentication)
• Continuous security monitoring

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Objection: Object to the processing of your data
• Data Portability: Obtain your data in a transferable format

8. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

• Profile information is deleted immediately
• Conversations are deleted within 30 days
• Some data may be retained for legal compliance

9. Children's Privacy

Ebla is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes via:

• In-app notification
• Email
• Updating the "Last Updated" date above

11. Third-Party Services

Our application uses the following third-party services:

• Firebase: For authentication, database, and notifications
• Google Play Services: For in-app purchases

Each service has its own privacy policy that we encourage you to review.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at:

• Email: support@ebla.app
• In-app: Settings > Help & Support