Privacy Policy

📅 Last Updated: June 16, 2026

iConfess ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, you may provide a username and email address (optional).
• Content You Post: Text posts, images, comments, and reactions you share on the platform.
• Profile Information: Bio, profile picture, and other optional profile details.
• User Interactions: Follows, saved posts, and community memberships.

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: App interactions, features used, time spent, and navigation patterns.
• IP Address: Approximate location based on IP address.
• Crash Logs: Anonymous crash reports to improve app stability.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• If you sign in with Google or Apple, we receive your email address and name (only with your consent).

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and Improve Services: To deliver, maintain, and enhance our features.
• Community Engagement: To connect you with other users and facilitate support.
• Personalization: To customize your experience and recommend relevant content.
• Notifications: To send you updates about comments, reactions, and activity (with your permission).
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve our platform.
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and harmful content.

3. Anonymous Posting

• When you post anonymously, your identity is hidden from other users.
• Only moderators can view the user behind anonymous posts (for moderation purposes only).
• Anonymous posts cannot be traced back to you by other users.
• You can choose to display your username when posting by toggling the anonymous option.

4. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest.
• Secure Authentication: Industry-standard authentication protocols.
• Access Controls: Strict access controls to user data.
• Regular Audits: Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

5. Data Retention

• We retain your data as long as your account is active.
• You can delete your account at any time, which permanently removes all your data.
• Anonymized analytics data may be retained for longer periods for statistical purposes.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your data.
• Correction: Correct inaccurate data.
• Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data.
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of marketing communications and notifications.
• Data Portability: Export your data in a usable format.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@iconfess.com.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

7.1 Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to support our platform:

Service	Purpose	Data Shared
Supabase	Database & Authentication	Account info, posts, comments
Google AdMob	Display advertisements	Device ID, anonymous usage data
Cloudflare	CDN & Content Delivery	Anonymous IP addresses
Firebase	Push notifications	Device token (optional)

8. Cookies & Tracking

iConfess uses minimal tracking:

• No third-party tracking cookies.
• Session tokens are stored locally for authentication.
• Device identifiers may be used for ad targeting (with your permission).

9. Children's Privacy

iConfess is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

13. Additional Information

13.1 Account Deletion

To delete your account and all associated data:

1. Open the iConfess app
2. Go to Settings → Account
3. Tap "Delete Account"
4. Confirm your choice

All your posts, comments, and profile data will be permanently deleted within 24 hours.

13.2 Data Export

To request a copy of your data:

1. Send an email to support@iconfess.com
2. Subject: "Data Export Request"
3. Include your username

You will receive a download link within 7 days.