CStory ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). By using CStory, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Subscription and Account Data: Information provided by Apple App Store or Google Play regarding your subscription (purchase history, renewal, cancellation, status).
Usage and Device Information: Anonymous usage data (screens visited, stories played, time spent), device type, operating system, language, country/region, network type, and crash/diagnostic logs.
Third-Party SDKs and Analytics: We integrate services such as Facebook SDK, Amplitude, Google Firebase, and Kochava to measure performance, attribution, crash reporting, and user analytics. These may collect device identifiers (IDFA/GAID), advertising interactions, and usage events.
Permissions:
Audio Playback Permission – required to play Bible story audio files.
Background Audio Permission – required to continue playback while the screen is off or when switching apps.
We do not access your microphone or record any audio. Permissions are used solely to enable playback.
2. How We Use Information
To provide subscription access and verify entitlements.
To deliver Bible story content and related features.
To improve App performance and user experience.
To analyze usage trends and measure marketing effectiveness.
To maintain security, prevent fraud, and ensure service stability.
3. Data Storage and Security
Data is transmitted securely and protected with technical safeguards.
Local data (favorites, playback history) is stored on your device.
We do not store payment details; all payments are processed by Apple/Google.
Data is retained only as necessary for service delivery or legal requirements.
4. Data Sharing
We may share information:
With service providers strictly for analytics, attribution, hosting, or crash reporting.
As required by law or government authorities.
In the event of business transfers such as merger, acquisition, or restructuring.
5. User Rights
Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple/Google account settings.
Restrict ad tracking in device privacy settings.
Request correction or deletion of your data by contacting us.
Stop all data collection by uninstalling the App.
6. International Transfers
Data may be processed in countries outside your own (e.g., United States) due to third-party service provider locations. Safeguards are applied to protect your data.
7. System API Access
Our app accesses the following system APIs for essential functionality:
File Timestamp APIs: Required for managing and organizing audio files
System Boot Time APIs: Used for performance monitoring and app optimization
User Defaults APIs: Necessary for storing user preferences locally on device
Audio Session APIs: Essential for audio playback and background audio functionality
All API access is limited to core app functionality and does not involve user tracking or data collection.
8. Privacy Manifest Compliance
Our app includes a Privacy Manifest (PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy) that declares:
We do not track users across apps or websites (NSPrivacyTracking: false)
We do not collect personal data (NSPrivacyCollectedDataTypes: empty)
We only access necessary system APIs for core functionality
This manifest ensures compliance with Apple's latest privacy requirements and provides transparency about our data practices.
9. Data Minimization
We follow strict data minimization principles and only collect data that is:
Necessary for providing audio content playback
Required for managing subscription status through Apple App Store
Essential for improving app performance and user experience
We do not collect any data beyond what is required for these core functions.
10. Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy. Updates will be posted within the App. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance.
11. Contact
For privacy questions:
📧 qyairbx@gmail.com