# Privacy Policy for MemeFactory

**Effective Date**: [01/05/2025]

MemeFactory ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you use our mobile application ("MemeFactory" or "the app"). By using the app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

## 1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data and usage information to improve the app and provide a personalized experience:

- **Personal Information**: If you create an account, we may collect your email address, username, or other personal details provided during registration.
- **Usage Data**: We collect information about how you interact with the app, including the memes you upload, download, or share. This data helps us improve app functionality and user experience.
- **Device Information**: We may collect technical information about the device you use to access the app, such as device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
- **In-App Reporting**: We allow users to report inappropriate content. When you use the reporting feature, we collect details about the reported post, including the content and user information related to the post.

## 2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

- To operate and improve the app's features and functionality.
- To personalize your experience and provide content relevant to your preferences.
- To prevent and address technical issues.
- To enforce our Terms of Service and handle reports of inappropriate content.

## 3. User-Uploaded Content
MemeFactory allows users to upload and share memes within the app. **MemeFactory does not claim any copyright or ownership rights over the content that users upload**. Users retain ownership of the content they post, and we do not store or use these uploads beyond what is necessary for the app's functionality.

However, by uploading content to the app, users grant **MemeFactory a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license** to display and distribute that content within the app.

**Important Note**: MemeFactory is not responsible for the content uploaded by users. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that the content they upload does not infringe upon any third-party copyrights or violate any laws. We do not have control over user-generated content.

## 4. Copyright and Infringement
MemeFactory respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that content uploaded to MemeFactory infringes your copyright, you can report it using the in-app reporting feature or contact us at [your email/contact info].

We will investigate all claims and may remove content that violates our policies.

## 5. In-App Reporting of Inappropriate Content
MemeFactory provides a report button to allow users to report inappropriate or offensive content. When a user submits a report, the following information is collected:

- Details about the content being reported (e.g., a meme or post).
- The reason for the report.
- User-provided information (e.g., screenshots, comments) related to the report.

Reports are handled by our moderation team, who will review the reported content and take appropriate action, including content removal or user penalties if necessary.

## 6. Data Security
We use reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.

## 7. Data Sharing and Third Parties
MemeFactory does not share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the app, such as analytics providers and cloud storage services. These third parties are required to use your data only for the purposes specified by us and in accordance with this privacy policy.

We may also share your information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of others.

## 8. Your Rights
As a user of MemeFactory, you have the right to:

- Access, correct, or update the personal information we hold about you.
- Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable laws and our policies.
- Withdraw your consent to the collection and processing of your data, where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [your email/contact info].

## 9. For Children
MemeFactory is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify users by posting a notice within the app or on our website. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.

## 11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

**Email**: koushik@iodroid.in