Last Updated: January 2025
Tabs ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").
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Authentication Credentials: When you log in to the App, you provide your email address and password. These credentials are sent directly to the TabNews API for authentication purposes. We do not store your password on your device or our servers.
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User Profile Data: If you choose to log in, the App may access and display your TabNews profile information (such as username, profile picture, and account creation date) that is publicly available through the TabNews API.
- Analytics Data: The App uses Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics, including:
- App usage patterns and features accessed
- Device information (device type, operating system version)
- General location data (country/region level, not precise location)
- Crash reports and performance metrics
This data is collected automatically and helps us improve the App's functionality and user experience.
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Authentication Tokens: The App stores authentication tokens locally on your device to maintain your login session. These tokens are stored securely using Android's secure storage mechanisms.
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Cached Content: The App may cache posts, comments, and other content locally on your device to improve performance and enable offline viewing.
We use the collected information to:
- Authenticate your account with TabNews
- Provide and maintain the App's functionality
- Improve the App's performance and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns to identify and fix issues
- Ensure the security and integrity of the App
The App uses the following third-party services:
- Purpose: Analytics and crash reporting
- Data Collected: Anonymous usage statistics, device information, crash reports
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Purpose: Content delivery and user authentication
- Data Collected: Your login credentials (for authentication), profile data, and content you interact with
- Privacy Policy: Please refer to TabNews's privacy policy for information about how they handle your data
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Local Storage: Authentication tokens and cached content are stored locally on your device using Android's secure storage mechanisms.
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Data Transmission: All data transmitted between the App and external services is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS protocols.
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Backup: The App uses Android's automatic backup feature. Authentication tokens may be included in device backups. You can disable automatic backups in your device settings if you prefer.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymous, aggregated analytics data with Firebase Analytics for the purposes described above.
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about what data we have collected
- Deletion: Delete your locally stored data by uninstalling the App or logging out
- Opt-Out: Disable analytics collection through your device settings (though this may limit our ability to improve the App)
- Correction: Update your profile information through the TabNews platform
The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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 immediately.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
- Authentication Tokens: Stored locally until you log out or uninstall the App
- Cached Content: Stored locally and may be cleared automatically by the App or your device's storage management
- Analytics Data: Retained by Firebase Analytics according to their retention policies (typically up to 14 months)
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 those in your country. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- GitHub: @rphlfc
- Email: raphaelfc at gmail.com
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Google Play Store requirements
Note: This App is a third-party client for TabNews. For information about how TabNews handles your data, please refer to their privacy policy and terms of service.