Hobby Ripple Privacy Policy
Language: English (See Japanese)
Effective Date: February 16, 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how "hobby ripple" (hereinafter referred to as "the App") handles personal information.
Provider / Data Controller: waya (Contact: kensyumi.app@gmail.com)
Representative: Kazuya Matsumoto
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
- Email address
- Username
- Profile image (Optional)
2.2 Usage Data
- Hobby records (hobby name, duration, resonance points, memos, etc.)
- App usage status (access date and time, usage of features)
- Device information (OS, device type, app version)
2.3 Location Information
- Current location (Used in foreground only. Accuracy depends on device settings, either coarse or fine precision)
- We do not collect location information in the background.
2.4 Notifications
- Notification tokens, notification permission status
- Schedule (reminder) time settings, etc.
2.5 Advertising
- Advertising ID (Google Advertising ID, etc.)
- Data related to ad delivery and effectiveness measurement (Compliant with Google policies)
2.6 Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies or similar technologies may be used when accessing the web version or external sites.
3. Methods of Collection
- Input by the user (records, settings, etc.)
- Collection based on device permission (location information, notifications, etc.)
- Automatic collection within the app (usage status, advertising/measurement data, etc.)
- Received from server linkage or external services (Firebase, tile providers, etc.)
4. Purpose of Use
- Authentication and account management
- Providing hobby recording, statistical display, nearby spot display, etc.
- Notification delivery (reminders, etc.)
- Quality improvement, bug handling, security, legal compliance
- Ad delivery and effectiveness measurement (Personalization depends on consent and device settings)
5. Provision to Third Parties
Except as required by law, we will not provide personal information to third parties without the user's consent.
6. Data Storage and Security
- We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures.
- Data is stored in encrypted form.
- Access rights are appropriately managed, and logs are recorded and audited.
7. Data Retention
After account deletion, data will be deleted within a reasonable period. Backups are automatically deleted after being retained for a certain period.
8. User Rights
- Request review, correction, or deletion of data
- Suspension of service use, withdrawal of consent
9. Contact Us
For inquiries regarding this policy, please contact us at the following email address:
kensyumi.app@gmail.com
10. 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 on this page.