Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 2024

At Shelfy, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Phone number (for authentication)
  • Display name (optional)
  • Profile picture (optional)

Library Data

Information about books in your library:

  • Book titles, authors, and metadata
  • Reading status and progress
  • Personal notes and ratings
  • Book cover images

Usage Information

We automatically collect:

  • Device information (model, OS version)
  • App usage statistics
  • Error logs and crash reports
  • Scan history and search queries

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the Shelfy service
  • Authenticate your account and prevent fraud
  • Scan and identify books using Google Books API and Google Cloud Vision
  • Store and organize your personal book library
  • Enable library sharing features when you choose to share
  • Improve our app functionality and user experience
  • Send important service notifications
  • Respond to your support requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance features

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our app:

  • Firebase (authentication and analytics)
  • Google Books API (book information)
  • Google Cloud Vision (cover image recognition)
  • MongoDB Atlas (database hosting)

Shared Libraries

When you generate a shareable library link, only the book information you choose to share becomes publicly accessible. Your personal information and phone number remain private.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • Data encryption in transit using HTTPS/TLS
  • Secure authentication through Firebase
  • Protected database access with authentication
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Limited employee access to user data

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct your information in the app
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Data Portability: Export your library data
  • Opt-out: Disable sharing features at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at admin@appshore.in

Children's Privacy

Shelfy is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal 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 to have it removed.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal obligations.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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. Significant changes will be communicated through the app or via email.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: admin@appshore.in

Support: Visit Support Center