Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to TheIndieVelopers ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or use the Noodge mobile application.

As a developer based in the Philippines, we comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173).

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for the Noodge app or contact us through our website. This includes:

• Name: To personalize your experience.
• Email Address: For account authentication and support.
• Phone Number: For account verification and core app functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage your account.
• To facilitate in-app purchases and features.
• To communicate with you regarding support or essential app updates.

Note: We do not use your personal information for marketing or advertising purposes.

4. Third-Party Services

We utilize trusted third-party services to ensure a seamless experience. These services have their own privacy policies:

• Firebase (Google): Used for data storage and authentication.
• Google Play Store: Handles app distribution and in-app purchase transactions.
• Formspree: Used to manage contact form submissions.

5. In-App Purchases

Noodge offers in-app purchases. All financial transactions are processed securely through the Google Play Store. We do not store or collect your credit card or billing information on our own servers.

6. Data Retention

Your personal information will be kept indefinitely as long as your account remains active. We retain this data to ensure you have continuous access to your account and history. You may request data deletion at any time by contacting us.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

8. Your Rights (Data Privacy Act)

Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act, you have the right to be informed, to access, to object, to erasure or blocking, to damages, to file a complaint, to rectify, and to data portability. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email provided below.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or comments about this policy, you may email us at:

support@theindievelopers.com