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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Confucius Wisdom ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Favorites and Bookmarks: Quotes and teachings you save as favorites are stored locally on your device.
• App Preferences: Your settings such as notification preferences, theme selection, and other customization options.
• Chat Messages: Conversations with the AI Confucius are stored locally on your device for context and continuity.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: We may collect information about your mobile device, including device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Information about how you use the app, such as features accessed and time spent in the app.
• Crash Reports: Anonymous crash reports to help us improve app stability and performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our application
• To personalize your experience with customized content
• To send you daily quote notifications (if enabled)
• To improve app functionality and user experience
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To respond to your comments, questions, and support requests

4. AI Chat Feature

Our AI-powered chat feature uses the Pollinations AI API to provide conversational responses as Confucius. When you use this feature:

• Your messages are sent to Pollinations AI for processing
• Conversations are stored locally on your device
• We do not permanently store your chat history on our servers
• Please refer to Pollinations AI's Privacy Policy for their data handling practices

5. Data Storage and Security

All your personal data, including favorites, preferences, and chat history, is stored locally on your device using encrypted storage mechanisms provided by Android. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Third-Party Services

Our app uses the following third-party services:

• Pollinations AI: For AI-powered chat functionality
• Google Play Services: For app distribution and updates

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy statements.

7. Permissions

Our app requests the following permissions:

• Internet Access: Required for AI chat functionality and app updates
• Notifications: To send you daily wisdom quotes (optional, can be disabled in settings)
• Storage: To save your favorites and preferences locally

8. Children's Privacy

Our app is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Data Retention

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have full control over your data. You can delete all app data at any time by:

• Clearing the app's data in your device settings
• Uninstalling the application
• Using the "Clear Chat History" or "Reset App" options within the app

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the data stored by the app on your device
• Delete your data at any time
• Opt-out of notifications
• Request information about how your data is used

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. International Users

Our app is available globally. By using the app, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy, regardless of where you are located.

By using Confucius Wisdom, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.