Privacy Policy

App: Pham Theu
Effective Date: May 31, 2026
Last Updated: May 31, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Pham Theu (“App”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects information when you use the Pham Theu mobile application on iOS and related websites (including this page).

This policy is designed to meet Apple App Store requirements and applicable data protection laws, including GDPR where relevant.

1. App Developer

The Pham Theu app is developed and operated by:

• Developer: Pham Theu

2. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Pham Theu iOS app. By downloading, installing, or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.

3. Information We Collect

Depending on how you use the App, we may collect the following types of information:

3.1. Information You Provide Directly

• Account information (if applicable): display name, email address, profile photo.
• User-generated content: project notes, progress, and photos you upload (if enabled).
• Contact information when you submit a support request.

3.2. Information Collected Automatically

• Device data: device type, iOS version, anonymous device identifier, system language.
• Usage data: features used, session duration, crash logs.
• Technical data: IP address (which may be anonymized), system logs, performance data.

3.3. Information from Third Parties

• If you sign in with Apple, we may receive a unique identifier and email address (private relay or real, depending on your choice).
• If you make In-App Purchases, transactions are processed by Apple; we do not store your credit card information.

3.4. Information We Do Not Collect

• We do not intentionally collect sensitive data such as health information, biometric data, or detailed financial data.
• We do not track you across third-party apps and websites for advertising purposes unless explicitly disclosed and permitted through App Tracking Transparency (ATT) on iOS.

4. How We Use Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and improve the Pham Theu app and its features.
• To store and sync your projects, progress, and personal settings (if sync is enabled).
• To process In-App Purchases through Apple.
• To send push notifications about project reminders or app updates — only with your permission.
• To analyze errors and performance in order to fix bugs and improve user experience.
• To respond to support requests and resolve complaints.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our legitimate interests.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on the type of data and applicable law, we process data based on:

• Your consent — e.g., push notifications, photo library access.
• Performance of a contract — providing the App under our Terms of Use.
• Legitimate interests — error analysis, security, and product improvement.
• Legal obligation — when required by law.

6. Device Permissions (iOS)

The App may request the following permissions. You may deny or revoke them at any time in iOS Settings:

• Photos: to save or select embroidery pattern images — only when you use related features.
• Notifications: to send project reminders and app updates.
• Network: to download patterns, sync data, and check for updates.

We only access data necessary for the feature you are using.

7. Third-Party Services

The App may integrate third-party services that collect data under their own privacy policies:

• Apple Inc. — App Store, In-App Purchase, Sign in with Apple, and iCloud (if used).

Information disclosed here must match the App Privacy details (Privacy Nutrition Labels) submitted in App Store Connect.

8. Data Storage and Security

• Data is stored on your device and/or on secure servers.
• We apply reasonable technical and organizational measures (such as HTTPS/TLS encryption and access controls) to protect data.
• No system is completely secure; we cannot guarantee 100% security.

9. Data Retention

• Account and project data: retained until you delete your account or request deletion.
• Technical logs and crash reports: typically retained for up to 90 days, unless a longer period is required by law.
• Transaction data: retained as required by applicable accounting and legal requirements.

10. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only in the following cases:

• With service providers who help operate the App (under confidentiality agreements).
• When required by lawful request from a competent authority.
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of users and us.
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or business transfer (you will be notified).

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed or stored in countries where our servers or service providers are located. When data is transferred internationally, we apply appropriate safeguards as required by applicable law.

12. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the following rights:

• Access: request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: update inaccurate information.
• Deletion: request deletion of your personal data.
• Restriction: request limits on how we use your data.
• Withdraw consent: withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
• Complaint: lodge a complaint with a competent data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, please contact Pham Theu through the App Store listing. We will respond within 30 days, or as required by applicable law.

13. Children’s Privacy

The Pham Theu app is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information to us, please contact us so we can delete that data.

14. App Tracking Transparency (ATT)

On iOS 14.5 and later, if the App tracks your activity across third-party apps and websites for advertising or shares data with data brokers, we will display the ATT prompt and only track after you grant permission. If the App does not perform tracking, we do not request ATT authorization.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When material changes are made, we will notify you through the App or update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the App after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact