Privacy Policy for NAMES App

Effective Date: November 14, 2024

Thank you for using NAMES App, provided by NAMES Inc. ("we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our app.

 

 

1. Linking to the Privacy Policy

Our privacy policy is available in two key places:

  • On our app's Google Play Store listing page: [Insert link here].
  • Within the app itself, located in Settings/Privacy under the "Privacy Policy" section.

 

 

2. Entity Name and Contact Information

This privacy policy applies to NAMES App, owned and operated by NAMES Inc., the entity named in the app’s Google Play listing. You can contact us for privacy-related inquiries or concerns at:

  • Email: [names.incorporation@gmail.com]
  • Telephone Number: +1 213-376-4686
  • Mailing Address:
    NAMES Inc.
    32324 Mapleview Dr,
    Winchester, California 92596

The data controller responsible for your personal information for the purposes of GDPR compliance is:
Garth Golding
Email: [names.incorporation@gmail.com]

 

 

3. Data Collection and Use

We collect and process the following types of data:

  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, and payment information (if applicable), which we collect when you register for an account, purchase our services, or interact with our app.
  • Usage Data: This includes information about how you use the app, such as session duration, features accessed, and interactions with app content.
  • Device Information: This includes device type, operating system, IP address, and unique device identifiers.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage patterns, and improve our services.

We collect and use this information to:

  • Provide and maintain the app’s functionality.
  • Respond to your requests and provide customer support.
  • Personalize and improve your experience with the app.
  • Analyze and improve app performance and user engagement.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

 

 

4. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

We may share your information with the following third parties:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who help us with analytics, payment processing, and customer support.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction.

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

 

 

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information, including:

  • Using encryption methods (SSL/TLS) to secure data during transmission.
  • Storing data on secure servers.
  • Limiting access to employees and third-party providers who need to know the information to provide our services.

 

 

6. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

If you wish to request the deletion of your personal data, you can contact us at [names.incorporation@gmail.com]. We will delete your information, except where retention is required by law.

 

 

7. Rights of Users (GDPR, CCPA)

If you are a resident of the European Union (EU), you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct any incorrect or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a format that allows you to transfer it to another service.
  • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes.

For requests or inquiries regarding your data rights, please contact us at [names.incorporation@gmail.com].

CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act): If you are a California resident, you also have rights to access, delete, and opt-out of the sale of your personal information as outlined under CCPA. For more details, please refer to the "California Privacy Rights" section in this policy.

 

 

8. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [names.incorporation@gmail.com].

 

 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to periodically review this policy for the latest information about our privacy practices.

 

 

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

  • Email: [names.incorporation@gmail.com]
  • Telephone Number: +1 213-376-4686
  • Mailing Address:
    NAMES Inc.
    32324 Mapleview Dr,
    Winchester, California 92596

The data controller responsible for your personal information for the purposes of GDPR compliance is:
Garth Golding
Email: [names.incorporation@gmail.com]

 

 

Key Compliance Updates

  • Privacy Policy Link: The policy is linked both in the app (accessible within settings) and in the Google Play Store listing.
  • Entity and Contact Info: We clearly identify the company/entity responsible and provide contact details for privacy inquiries.
  • Data Usage: Explicitly stating what data is being collected and how it is used.
  • Third-Party Sharing: Disclose the third parties with whom we share data and clarify that we do not sell user data.
  • Data Retention and Deletion: Clearly state the retention period and how users can request data deletion.
  • Rights for EU and CA Users: Include GDPR and CCPA rights for users, with clear instructions on how they can exercise their rights.
  • Non-editable URL: Host the policy on a live, publicly accessible URL that cannot be easily edited (e.g., https://www.namesinc.com/privacy-policy).

 

 

Compliance and Legal Notices

  • GDPR Compliance: This policy includes language meant to ensure compliance with GDPR. However, for full compliance, your company must assess data processing activities, enter into data processing agreements with vendors, and establish protocols for handling potential data breaches.
  • COPPA Compliance: This policy assumes that the app is not directed at children under the age of 13. If your app collects data from children under 13, you must comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

For more information on how to ensure compliance with GDPR and COPPA, please refer to the official resources provided by the European Commission and the Federal Trade Commission, respectively.