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1. Introduction

CodeBay.Tech ("CodeBay", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website codebay.tech and use our mobile applications (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This policy is compliant with the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD - Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados, Law No. 13.709/2018) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and profile preferences.
• Payment Information: If you make in-app purchases or subscribe to premium features, payment processing is handled by Google Play or Apple App Store. We do not store your credit card or payment details.
• Support Requests: When you contact us, we collect the information you provide in your message.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our apps, including features used, session duration, and in-app actions.
• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and language settings.
• Analytics Data: We use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics and Firebase Analytics) to understand app usage patterns.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (LGPD)

Under the LGPD, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you explicitly agree to data processing (e.g., creating an account).
• Contract Performance: When processing is necessary to provide the Services you requested.
• Legitimate Interest: For analytics and service improvement, when it does not override your fundamental rights.

4. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• To process transactions and manage subscriptions
• To send important notifications about your account or our Services
• To analyze usage patterns and optimize user experience
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraud
• To comply with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist us in operating our Services (analytics, cloud hosting, payment processing).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

6. Your Rights

Under LGPD (Brazil)

You have the right to:

• Confirm the existence of data processing
• Access your personal data
• Correct incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated data
• Request anonymization, blocking, or deletion of unnecessary data
• Request data portability
• Revoke consent at any time
• File a complaint with the ANPD (National Data Protection Authority)

Under CCPA (California, USA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected and how it is used
• Request deletion of personal information
• Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable law.

11. Third-Party Services

Our apps may integrate with third-party services including:

• Google Play Services / Apple Services
• Firebase (Analytics, Crashlytics)
• Cloud hosting providers

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, to exercise your data rights, or to file a complaint:

• Email: [email protected]

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the services provided by CodeBay.Tech ("CodeBay", "we", "us", or "our"), including our website (codebay.tech) and mobile applications (collectively, the "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

2. Description of Services

CodeBay is a Micro-SaaS studio that develops and operates mobile applications. Our Services may include free features and premium subscription-based features. The specific functionalities, pricing, and availability of each application are described within the respective app.

3. User Accounts

• You may need to create an account to access certain features.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
• You must provide accurate and complete information when creating your account.
• You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 in certain jurisdictions) to use our Services.
• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Subscriptions and Payments

4.1 Premium Features

Some of our applications offer premium features through in-app subscriptions or one-time purchases. These are processed through Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

4.2 Billing

• Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis (monthly or annually), as selected by you.
• Prices are displayed in the currency of your app store region and may include applicable taxes.

4.3 Cancellation and Refunds

• You may cancel your subscription at any time through your Google Play or Apple App Store account settings.
• Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You retain access to premium features until then.
• Refunds are governed by the policies of Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

4.4 Free Trials

If offered, free trials automatically convert to paid subscriptions unless cancelled before the trial period ends.

5. Intellectual Property

• All content, design, code, logos, trademarks, and visual identity of CodeBay and its applications are the exclusive intellectual property of CodeBay.
• You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works based on our Services without prior written consent.
• The CodeBay name, logo (the bracket icon with code waves), and brand elements are protected trademarks.

6. User Conduct

When using our Services, you agree not to:

• Use the Services for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of our applications
• Interfere with or disrupt the Services or servers
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Services
• Upload or transmit malicious code or content
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Circumvent any access restrictions or security measures

7. User-Generated Content

If our applications allow you to create, upload, or share content:

• You retain ownership of your content.
• You grant CodeBay a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, display, and process your content solely for the purpose of operating the Services.
• You are solely responsible for the content you create or share.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

• CodeBay provides the Services "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind.
• We do not guarantee that the Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.
• CodeBay shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Services.
• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CodeBay, its founders, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Services or violation of these Terms.

10. Service Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time
• Update pricing for premium features with reasonable notice
• Change or remove features based on product evolution

11. Termination

• You may stop using our Services at any time.
• We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms.
• Upon termination, your right to use the Services ceases immediately.
• Provisions regarding intellectual property, limitation of liability, and indemnification survive termination.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by:

• For users in Brazil: The laws of the Federative Republic of Brazil. Disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the city where CodeBay is headquartered.
• For users in other countries: The laws of the Federative Republic of Brazil shall apply, unless local mandatory consumer protection laws provide otherwise.

13. Consumer Protection (Brazil - CDC)

In compliance with the Brazilian Consumer Defense Code (CDC - Law 8.078/1990), we ensure:

• Clear and accurate information about our Services and pricing
• The right to cancel subscriptions within 7 days of purchase (right of withdrawal)
• Access to customer support channels for complaint resolution

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through our Services or by email. Continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Contact

For questions about these Terms of Use:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: codebay.tech