This Privacy Policy explains how Pixster Studio ("we," "us," "our") collects, uses, and shares information in connection with the "Daily Affirmations App : I am" mobile application (the "App") and any related websites or services we operate (together, the "Services"). By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Policy.
The App is designed to work with minimal personal information. We collect the following categories of data:
a) Information you provide directly
Custom affirmations you write or import into the App.
Preferences you set, such as chosen themes, categories, reminder times, and voice (male/female) selections.
If you contact us for support or feedback (e.g. at feedback@pixsterstudio.com), the email address and content of your message.
b) Voice recordings (microphone)
If you choose to use the optional voice-recording feature, before the system permission dialog appears the App will first show you an in-app explanation (a "prominent disclosure") of why microphone access is requested and how the recording will be used. Only if you then proceed will the device's standard microphone permission prompt appear. Recordings are made only when you actively start them and are used solely to let you record and play back your own affirmations within the App. We do not access the microphone in the background, we do not transmit your recordings to our servers or any third party, and recordings are not used for any purpose beyond the feature you initiated. Recordings are stored locally on your device and are deleted if you delete them in-app or uninstall the App.
c) Automatically collected information
Device information such as device model, operating system version, and general device settings.
App usage and diagnostic data, such as which features are used, session length, crash and error logs, and general performance data, collected through Firebase Analytics.
Advertising/analytics identifiers (see "Advertising Identifier" below).
Purchase and subscription information processed through Google Play, the Apple App Store, and our subscription-management partner, Qonversion (e.g. subscription status, purchase history, entitlement).
d) Information from device permissions
The App requests certain device permissions strictly to enable specific features. We do not use any permission to collect data beyond what is needed for that feature:
Internet / Network Access: used to connect to Firebase, Qonversion, and other cloud services; to process purchases; and to download images, audio, and other app content.
Network State: used to detect connectivity so the App can handle offline use gracefully.
Vibrate: used to provide haptic feedback for affirmation practice, reminders, and notifications.
Schedule Exact Alarm: used only if you set a reminder for a specific time, so it can fire at that time (with an inexact fallback if this permission is unavailable).
Post Notifications: used to show reminder notifications, Firebase-delivered messages, and media-playback controls. On Android 13+ this is requested contextually, when relevant.
Receive Boot Completed: used solely to re-schedule your existing reminders after your device restarts.
Foreground Service / Foreground Service – Media Playback: used to keep affirmation or ambient audio that you started playing while you use other apps, with an ongoing notification showing playback controls.
Record Audio (Microphone): used only when you actively choose to record your own voice, as described above. This permission is requested at the time of recording, not on app start.
The App requests the Google Advertising ID (AD_ID) permission to support Firebase Analytics identification and attribution (for example, understanding how users found the App). Requesting this permission does not by itself mean the App currently shows third-party ads; our Google Play Data Safety declaration and Advertising ID declaration are kept aligned with the App's actual current use of this identifier, and we will update both if that use changes. You can reset, delete, or opt out of your advertising identifier at any time through your device's settings (Settings > Google > Ads, or Settings > Privacy > Ads, depending on device).
To provide, operate, and maintain the App's features (audio, practice, and reader modes; reminders; themes; widget; custom affirmations).
To deliver reminder notifications and background/foreground audio playback that you request.
To process and manage purchases and subscriptions.
To understand how the App is used, fix bugs, and improve features, using aggregated analytics from Firebase.
To respond to your support requests and feedback.
To detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues.
To comply with legal obligations.
We rely on the following categories of third-party service providers, who process data on our behalf or as independent controllers under their own privacy policies:
Firebase (Google): analytics, crash reporting, and push notifications. See Google's Privacy Policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy and "How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services" at https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.
Qonversion: subscription and in-app purchase management/analytics.
Google Play / Apple App Store: processing of purchases and subscriptions made through the App.
Each of these providers may collect and process data under its own privacy policy, in addition to acting under our instructions.
No. The App does not request or use precise device location.
We share information with the service providers listed above so they can perform the functions described in this Policy (analytics, notifications, purchase processing). We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose information if required by law, to respond to valid legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Pixster Studio, our users, or the public.
We retain data for as long as needed to provide the App's features to you, or as required by law. Custom affirmations, recordings, and preferences are generally stored on your device and/or in your cloud account (if you use one) until you delete them or uninstall the App. You may request deletion of any account-linked data by contacting us.
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, or port your personal information, and to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. To exercise these rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com. We may ask you to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests, and we may decline requests that are unlawful or would infringe on others' rights.
The App does not require you to create a Pixster Studio account to use its core features; most content (custom affirmations, preferences, recordings) is stored locally on your device and is removed automatically when you uninstall the App.
Where the App is linked to data we or our processors hold about you (for example, subscription/purchase records held via Qonversion, or analytics identifiers held via Firebase), you can request deletion of that data at any time:
In-app: use the "Delete my data" / "Request account deletion" option in the App's Settings screen, where available.
Online / by email: email us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com from the email address associated with your request.
We will delete or de-identify the applicable data within a reasonable time, except where we are permitted or required to retain certain data (for example, to comply with legal, tax, or fraud-prevention obligations, or to resolve disputes); where that applies, we will limit further use of the retained data to those purposes and will tell you if you ask.
The App is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the App or applicable law. We will update the "Last Updated" date above when we do, and, where changes are material, we will provide additional notice (e.g. an in-app message).
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.