Coloring Pals
Privacy Policy
Coloring Pals
Last Updated: 06/10/2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Coloring Pals! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.
Coloring Pals is a coloring application designed for users of all ages, including children. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our users and comply with applicable data protection laws including:
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK - Law No. 6698)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
By using Coloring Pals, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
| Data Type | When Collected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Display Name / Username | Account creation | Identify you in the community |
| Profile Picture | Optional upload | Personalize your profile |
| Artwork / Colored Images | When you save or share | Display in gallery and social feed |
| User-Generated Content | When posting to feed | Share with community |
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
| Data Type | Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Device type and model | App optimization | Legitimate interest |
| Operating system version | Compatibility | Legitimate interest |
| App usage statistics | Improve features | Legitimate interest |
| Crash reports | Bug fixes | Legitimate interest |
| Country (not precise location) | Content localization | Legitimate interest |
| Purchase history | Subscription management | Contract performance |
| IP Address | Security and fraud prevention | Legitimate interest |
2.3 Information We DO NOT Collect
- ❌ Precise geolocation (GPS coordinates)
- ❌ Contact lists or address book
- ❌ Phone numbers (unless required for account recovery)
- ❌ Financial information (payments processed by Apple/Google)
- ❌ Biometric data
- ❌ Health data
3. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Coloring Pals may be used by children under 13 years of age. We take children's privacy very seriously.
For Users Under 13:
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent
- Children can use the coloring features without creating an account
- Social features (posting, sharing) require parental consent for users under 13
- We do not serve personalized or behavioral advertising to children
- Parents can review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's data by contacting us
Parental Rights:
Parents or guardians may:
- Review their child's personal information
- Request deletion of their child's data
- Refuse further collection of their child's information
- Contact us at: yatkineren @gmail.com
4. Social Features and User Content
4.1 Public Content
When you share artwork to the Coloring Pals community feed:
- Your artwork and username become visible to other users
- Other users may view, like, or comment on your content
- You retain ownership of your original artwork
4.2 Content Guidelines
By posting content, you agree that your content:
- Does not contain inappropriate, offensive, or harmful material
- Does not infringe on others' intellectual property rights
- Does not contain personal information of others
- Complies with our Terms of Use
4.3 Content Moderation
We reserve the right to:
- Review and moderate user-generated content
- Remove content that violates our guidelines
- Suspend or terminate accounts that repeatedly violate our policies
5. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
| Purpose | Data Used |
|---|---|
| Provide and maintain the app | Account info, usage data |
| Process subscriptions | Purchase history |
| Display social feed | Artwork, username, profile |
| Improve user experience | Analytics, crash reports |
| Send notifications (updates, new coloring pages, campaigns and offers) | Push token, only if you allow notifications; turn them off anytime in iOS Settings |
| Ensure safety and security | IP address, usage patterns |
| Comply with legal obligations | As required by law |
6. Third-Party Services
Coloring Pals uses the following third-party services:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Firebase Analytics | App analytics | Google Privacy Policy |
| Firebase Crashlytics | Crash reporting | Google Privacy Policy |
| RevenueCat | Subscription management | RevenueCat Privacy Policy |
| OneSignal | Push notifications | OneSignal Privacy Policy |
| Apple App Store | Payments & distribution | Apple Privacy Policy |
Advertising and Tracking
- Coloring Pals shows no ads.
- iOS asks whether the app may track you (App Tracking Transparency). Only if you allow it, Firebase Analytics may use your device's advertising identifier for usage measurement. You can change this anytime in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking.
7. Subscription and Payments
7.1 Subscription Plans
| Plan | Billing Cycle |
|---|---|
| Weekly | Every 7 days |
| Monthly | Every 30 days |
| Yearly | Every 365 days |
7.2 Payment Processing
- All payments are processed by Apple App Store or Google Play Store
- We do not collect or store credit card information
- Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the renewal date
- You can manage subscriptions in your device settings
8. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Until account deletion |
| Artwork and content | Until deleted by user or account deletion |
| Analytics data | 14 months |
| Crash reports | 90 days |
| Push token | Until you turn off notifications or delete the app or your account |
| Purchase history | As required by law (typically 7 years) |
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures including:
- Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure cloud storage with access controls
- Regular security assessments
- Limited employee access to personal data
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
All Users:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data
EU/EEA Users (GDPR):
- Right to data portability
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
California Users (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination
Turkish Users (KVKK):
- Right to learn whether personal data is processed
- Right to request information about processing
- Right to learn the purpose of processing
- Right to know third parties to whom data is transferred
- Right to request correction or deletion
- Right to object to negative results arising from automated processing
- Right to claim compensation for damages
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable laws.
12. Changes to This 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
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending a notification for material changes
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Email: yatkineren @gmail.com Address: Istanbul, Turkey
For COPPA-related inquiries or parental requests: Email: yatkineren @gmail.com Subject Line: "COPPA Request - Coloring Pals"
14. Data Controller Information
Data Controller: Coloring Pals Address: Istanbul, Turkey Email: yatkineren @gmail.com
This Privacy Policy is effective as of 08/04/2026.