Privacy

Privacy Policy – Pigeon Mail

Effective Date: 2025-05-08

At Pigeon Mail, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our app.

  1. Information We Collect
    We collect the following types of information:

a. Account Information
Email address or Google login (used to create and log in to your account)

Username (chosen by you)

b. Messages
Messages you send and receive are stored securely.

Message delivery times are based on your and your recipient's locations but are not shared with other users.

c. Location Data
We collect approximate location data at the time of message sending to simulate pigeon travel.

Location data is session-based, encrypted, and not shared.

  1. How We Use Your Data
    We use your information to:

Enable you to send and receive messages

Simulate travel time and routes for pigeons

Improve user experience through analytics (non-personalized)

Maintain app functionality and stability

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties.

  1. Data Storage and Security
    Messages and session-based location data are encrypted in storage.

Data is stored on secure servers (hosted by [DigitalOcean/Your Host Provider]).

We use industry-standard practices to protect your data.

  1. Data Retention
    Account and message data is retained for up to 5 years or 30 days after a deletion request.

We retain minimal necessary logs to prevent abuse and ensure the proper function of the app.

  1. Your Rights
    You have the right to:

Request deletion of your data

Request a copy of your stored data

Contact us about any concerns

You can delete your account via the app or request deletion by emailing kay@lich.software.

  1. Children’s Privacy
    Pigeon Mail is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

  2. Changes to This Policy
    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in the app and on our website, with a revised effective date.

  3. Contact
    For questions or data requests, contact:

Kay Lich
Email: kay@lich.software
Website: https://lich.software

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Privacy Policy – Pigeon Mail

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

At Pigeon Mail, we value your privacy and strive to be transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy outlines how your data is handled when using our app.

  1. Information We Collect
    We collect the following information to provide our services:

a. Login Information
Email address (for email-based login)

Apple ID (used with Sign in with Apple)

Google Play Games profile (used with Google login)
We only collect the minimal data required to authenticate your login and personalize your experience.

b. Messaging Data
Messages you send and receive are stored securely to enable delivery.

Delivery time is simulated based on sender and recipient locations (we never share your exact location).

c. Location Data
Approximate, session-based location is collected only at the moment of sending a message to simulate pigeon travel.

This data is encrypted and never shared with other users or third parties.

  1. How We Use Your Data
    We use your data to:

Allow login via Apple, Google Play Games, or email

Deliver messages and simulate pigeon travel times

Improve gameplay and technical performance

Maintain secure, stable app operations

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data.

  1. Data Storage and Security
    All sensitive data (messages, session location) is encrypted.

Stored on secure servers hosted by [e.g., DigitalOcean].

We use industry-standard security practices.

  1. Data Retention
    Your account and messages are retained for up to 5 years or 30 days after a deletion request.

Temporary session data (like message travel paths) is deleted after use.

  1. Your Rights
    You have the right to:

Request access to your data

Request deletion of your data

Contact us at any time

You can delete your account in-app or by contacting us directly at kay@lich.software.

  1. Intended Audience
    Pigeon Mail is designed for everyone. There are no age-specific features, and we do not target any particular demographic. However, users under the age of 13 should use the app under parental guidance.

  2. Changes to This Policy
    We may update this policy as our app evolves. Changes will be posted in the app and on our website with a new effective date.

  3. Contact
    For questions or data-related requests, contact:

Kay Lich
Email: kay@lich.software
Website: https://lich.software