Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective date: October 30th, 2025

Company: GOAT Code LLC

Website: https://www.goatcodeapps.com

We respect your privacy. This Policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, how we use/share it, and the choices you have. It applies to our website, apps, and related services.

1) Information we collect

1.1 You provide to us

Account data: name, email, username, profile photo, password (hashed).

Content you submit: text, images, video, feedback, support requests.

Purchases: items purchased, transaction IDs (via Apple’s in-app purchase), receipts.

1.2 Collected automatically

Device & usage data: app version, device model, OS, language, time zone, IP address, crash logs, performance diagnostics.

Identifiers: randomly generated app/user IDs; IDFA (only if you grant permission via Apple’s App Tracking Transparency, “ATT”).

Cookies & similar tech (website): session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies.

1.3 From third parties (optional)

Sign-in providers: email and basic profile from Sign in with Apple/Google (only with your consent).

Payments: limited purchase metadata from Apple to validate transactions.

Analytics/ads partners: aggregated engagement metrics (see §4).

Sensitive data (e.g., health, precise location) is not collected unless explicitly stated here and you grant permission.

2) Why we process your data (legal bases)

Provide the Services (create accounts, run the app/website, customer support).

Transactions (process in-app purchases and subscriptions).

Improve & secure (analytics, crash diagnostics, fraud prevention).

Communications (service messages; marketing only with your consent where required).

Legal/compliance (tax, accounting, enforce terms).

For users in the EEA/UK: our legal bases include performance of a contract, legitimate interests (e.g., app security, improvement), consent (for tracking/marketing), and legal obligation.

3) Your choices & rights

Permissions: You can deny or revoke device permissions (camera, photos, microphone, notifications, tracking) in iOS Settings → [App].

Tracking (ATT): We only access the IDFA if you tap “Allow.” You can change this anytime in Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking.

Marketing: Opt out of marketing emails via the unsubscribe link.

Access/erase/correct/portability: Email us at privacy@goatcodeapps.com

We’ll respond as required by applicable law.

Do Not Sell or Share (CCPA): We do not sell personal information. If we “share” for cross-context advertising, you may opt out at [URL to your “Do Not Sell or Share” page].

4) Analytics, ads, and third-party tools

We may use privacy-centric analytics (e.g., Apple/first-party, or [name of SDK]) to understand usage and improve performance.

If we use advertising or attribution tools (e.g., SKAdNetwork, [ad network/SDK name]):

ATT consent required before any tracking across apps/sites.

SKAdNetwork may provide aggregated, non-identifying campaign data.

Data shared: coarse device/usage info needed to serve/measure ads (see the SDK’s policy).

5) Sharing your information

We do not sell personal data. We share only as needed:

Service providers/processors: hosting, analytics, crash reporting, customer support, email delivery, payment validation. Bound by contracts to use data only on our instructions.

Legal/safety: to comply with law, protect rights, investigate fraud/abuse.

Business transfers: if we merge, sell assets, or reorganize, data may transfer under the same privacy commitments.

6) Data retention

We keep data only as long as necessary for the purposes above:

Account data: retained while your account is active; deleted or anonymized after 12 months of inactivity or upon request (subject to legal holds).

Purchase records: retained for 7 years to meet tax/accounting laws.

Crash/analytics logs: typically 6-12 months.

7) Children’s privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under [13/16]. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child provided data, contact us to delete it.

8) International transfers

We may process data in countries outside your own. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., EU Standard Contractual Clauses) and ensure vendors provide adequate protection.

9) Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards: encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS), access controls, least-privilege practices, regular updates. No method is 100% secure; please use strong, unique passwords.

10) Managing your data & deletion requests

You can request account deletion and data export by emailing privacy@goatcodeapps.com or using [in-app “Delete Account” / web form link]. We’ll verify your identity and complete the request within the statutory timeframe.

In-App Deletion (Apple requirement): If your app allows account creation, it must provide in-app account deletion. Our app includes [Settings → Account → Delete Account] to start this process.

11) Cookies (website)

We use necessary cookies to run the site and (optionally) analytics cookies to improve it. You can control cookies in your browser or via our Cookie Settings banner at first visit. Details: [link to Cookie Policy].

12) Third-party links

Our Services may link to third-party sites/apps we don’t control. Their privacy practices govern their content; review their policies before providing data.

13) Changes to this Policy

We’ll update this Policy as needed and post the new date at the top. If changes are material, we’ll notify you via the app, website, or email.

14) Contact us

Controller: GOAT Code LLC

Address: PO Box 221, Keaau, HI 96749

Email: privacy@goatcodeapps.com