Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2025

Introduction

Small Sprout, LLC operating SimpleStud.io ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile applications and services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account information (email address, username)
  • Profile information you choose to provide
  • Communications you send to us
  • User-generated content within our apps

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
  • Usage data (app features used, time spent, interactions)
  • Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
  • Analytics data (app performance, crash reports)

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Improve and personalize user experience
  • Communicate with you about updates and support
  • Analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
  • Detect and prevent technical issues
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our apps (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, or acquisition
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information

Data Security

We strive to implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. These measures may include:

  • Industry-standard encryption where technically feasible
  • Periodic security reviews and updates as resources allow
  • Limited access to data on a need-to-know basis
  • Use of reputable hosting services with security controls

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We aim to retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless required by law to retain it longer. When feasible, we delete or anonymize data that is no longer needed, though some data may persist in backups or system logs for technical reasons.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Opt out of certain data collection and marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@simplestud.io

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Maintain user sessions
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze app usage and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.

Third-Party Services

Our apps may contain links to third-party services or integrate with third-party APIs. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately. Parents or guardians who believe we have collected information from a child under 13 should contact us at privacy@simplestud.io

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own through our use of cloud services and third-party providers. We strive to work with providers that implement appropriate safeguards, though international privacy laws vary.

Compliance with Privacy Laws

GDPR (European Users)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process personal data based on:

  • Consent you provide
  • Performance of contract with you
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Our legitimate interests

CCPA (California Users)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Say no to the sale of personal information
  • Access personal information
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights

Analytics and Performance

We use analytics services to understand how our apps are used and to improve performance. These services may collect:

  • App usage statistics
  • Performance metrics
  • Crash reports
  • User engagement data

This data is typically aggregated and anonymized.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@simplestud.io