Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy - Angry Alan Podcast App

Effective Date: July 25, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to the Angry Alan Podcast app ("App", "we", "us", or "our"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Audio Recordings: If you choose to submit audio feedback or complaints, we collect the audio recording along with any title, description, name, and email address you provide.
  • Contact Information: When you contact us for support, we may collect your name and email address.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: We collect device identifiers and tokens necessary for push notifications.
  • Usage Data: We collect anonymous information about app crashes and errors to improve stability.
  • Technical Data: We collect device type, operating system version, and app version for technical support and improvement purposes. IP addresses are NOT stored.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Send push notifications about new episodes and app updates
  • Store and manage your audio submissions
  • Provide technical support and respond to your requests
  • Improve app performance and fix bugs
  • Analyze app usage to enhance user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

Sentry (Error Tracking and Diagnostics)

We use Sentry for crash reporting and error monitoring to help us improve app stability. When the app encounters an error, anonymous diagnostic information is sent to our servers. This information includes:

  • The type of error that occurred
  • General device information (device model, operating system version)
  • The time the error occurred
  • Anonymous usage statistics to help reproduce the issue

What Sentry Does NOT Collect:

  • No personal information (names, emails, or user IDs)
  • No IP addresses
  • No screenshots or screen recordings
  • No user interactions or navigation tracking
  • No network request data

All diagnostic data is anonymized before transmission and retained for only 30 days. View Sentry's privacy policy at: https://sentry.io/privacy/

Convex (Backend Services)

We use Convex for data storage and backend functionality. Data is stored securely on Convex servers. View Convex's privacy policy at: https://www.convex.dev/privacy

Push Notification Services

We use Apple Push Notification Service (iOS) and Firebase Cloud Messaging (Android) to send notifications. These services require device tokens but do not have access to your personal information.

Data Storage and Security

  • Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption
  • Audio recordings are stored on secure cloud servers
  • Push notification tokens are retained only while the app is installed
  • Anonymous crash data is retained for 30 days only
  • We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt-out of Push Notifications: You can disable notifications in your device settings
  • Delete Your Data: Contact us to request deletion of your submitted audio recordings and associated information
  • Access Your Data: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
  • Correct Your Data: Request corrections to any inaccurate information

Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information:

  • With service providers who assist in app operations
  • When required by law or to respond to legal process
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • With your consent

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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 "Effective Date" above. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You may request information about our data collection and sharing practices and opt-out of certain data sharing.

European Union Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to data portability and the right to object to certain processing.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: angryalanpodcast@realnewspr.com
Website: https://angryalanpodcast.com/privacy
Mailing Address:
Angry Alan Podcast
5420 LBJ Fwy Ste 750
Dallas, TX 75240

By using the Angry Alan Podcast app, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.