Privacy Policy

Memoir Circles ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you sign in with Apple or Google, we receive your user ID, display name, and email address. This information is used to identify your account and enable cloud sync features.

Memoir Content

We store the content you create, including:

• Responses to daily reflection questions
• Generated memoir chapters
• Photos you add to your stories
• Family member names and relationships
• Comments and contributions from family members

Device Information

If you enable push notifications, we store your device token to send you notifications about comments, contributions, and reminders.

How We Store Your Data

Local Storage

Your memoir data is stored locally on your device. The app works fully offline, and your content remains on your device unless you enable cloud sync.

Cloud Backup

When you sign in, your data is backed up to secure cloud servers (powered by Supabase) to enable cross-device access and family collaboration features. All data is encrypted in transit using HTTPS.

Photo Storage

Photos you add to your memoirs may be uploaded to secure cloud storage to enable sharing with family members.

Third-Party Services

OpenAI

We use OpenAI's services (GPT-4o) to:

• Generate personalized reflection questions
• Help improve your written responses
• Create memoir chapters from your answers

Your memoir content is sent to OpenAI for processing. OpenAI's data usage policies apply to this processing. We use their API with data retention disabled, meaning your content is not stored by OpenAI for model training.

Firebase Crashlytics

We use Firebase Crashlytics to collect error reports when the app crashes or encounters issues. This helps us improve app stability. Crash reports may include device information and anonymized usage data but do not include your memoir content.

Apple & Google Services

We use Apple's Sign in with Apple and Google Sign-In for secure authentication, and Apple Push Notification service (APNs) to deliver notifications to your device.

Sharing & Collaboration

Memoir Circles includes family collaboration features. When you share a chapter or sprint:

• Only family members you explicitly invite can view your content
• You control sharing permissions (view, comment, or contribute)
• Shared content is transmitted through our secure servers
• You can revoke access at any time

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• All network traffic is encrypted using TLS/HTTPS
• Database access is protected by Row-Level Security policies
• API keys are stored server-side only
• Authentication uses Apple's secure Sign in with Apple
• No passwords are stored in the app

Your Rights & Controls

You have full control over your data:

• Delete All Data: Remove all your memoir content from the Settings page
• Sign Out: End your session and disconnect from cloud services
• Revoke Sharing: Remove family members' access to shared content at any time
• Disable Notifications: Turn off push notifications in Settings
• Photo Access: You can deny or revoke photo library access in iOS Settings

Analytics & Tracking

Memoir Circles does not:

• Track your behavior for advertising purposes
• Display advertisements
• Share your data with advertisers
• Sell your personal information

We use Firebase Analytics to understand aggregate app usage patterns (such as which features are most popular) and Firebase Crashlytics to collect error reports. This data helps us improve the app and does not include your memoir content.

Children's Privacy

Memoir Circles is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Data Retention

Your memoir data is retained as long as you maintain an account. When you delete your data through the app, it is permanently removed from our servers. Inactive accounts may be deleted after extended periods of inactivity with prior notice.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

[email protected]