Last Updated: January 15, 2026
Thank you for using Daily Spark — your source of daily motivation and inspiration. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when you use our mobile application (“App”).
1. Who We Are
Daily Spark is a mobile application developed by Grete Solutions that provides daily inspirational quotes, motivational content, and personalized experiences to help users stay motivated.
Developer Contact: support@dailysparkquotes.com
Website: https://dailysparkquotes.com
2. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with the best experience possible:
Personal Information
- Name – When you create an account (optional)
- Email Address – For account recovery and support communications
- Authentication Data – User IDs and session tokens (securely stored)
Usage Data
- App Activity – Features you use, quotes you view, collections you create
- Session Duration – How long you use the app
- Feature Engagement – Which sections you interact with most
- Search Queries – Topics you search for or follow
Device Information
- Device Type – iPhone, Android model
- Operating System – iOS or Android version
- App Version – Which version of Daily Spark you’re using
- Unique Device Identifier – For analytics purposes
Advertising Data
- Google Advertising ID – Provided by Google for ad personalization (Android)
- Apple Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA) – Provided by Apple for ad personalization (iOS)
- Approximate Location – Country/region based on IP address (for localized ads)
- Ad Interactions – Which ads you view, click, or engage with
Optional User Content
- Feedback – Any comments you voluntarily share about the app
- Reviews – If you leave app store reviews
- Testimonials – If you consent to share your experience
Automatically Collected Data
- IP Address – For analytics and fraud prevention
- Browser/App Information – User agent strings for performance optimization
- Timestamps – When you perform actions in the app
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for these purposes:
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Deliver personalized quotes | Name, preferences, interests | Provide services |
| Send daily reminders | User ID, notification preferences | Consent |
| Improve app performance | Usage data, device info, crash logs | Legitimate interest |
| Display relevant ads | Advertising ID, location, app activity | Legitimate interest |
| Create collections/favorites | User ID, quote selections | Provide services |
| Send notifications | User ID, notification settings | Consent |
| Communicate support responses | Email, account info | Legal obligation |
| Prevent fraud/abuse | IP address, device info, user behavior | Legitimate interest |
| Comply with law | All relevant data | Legal obligation |
| Analyze trends | Aggregated usage data (anonymized) | Legitimate interest |
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may share limited information with:
Service Providers
These companies help us operate the app but cannot use your data for their own purposes:
- Google AdMob (Google LLC)
- Serves advertisements in the app
- Receives: Advertising ID, approximate location, ad interaction data
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Google collects additional data through ads network; see their policies
- Expo (Expo Development Company)
- Powers push notifications and app infrastructure
- Receives: User ID, notification preferences, device info
- Privacy Policy: https://expo.dev/privacy
- Required for core functionality
- Vercel (Backend API hosting)
- Hosts our quote database and backend services
- Receives: User ID, authentication tokens, quote data
- Privacy Policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy
- Analytics Services
- May use aggregated, anonymized data to improve the app
- Cannot identify you individually
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law:
- Law enforcement requests (with valid legal process)
- Court orders or legal proceedings
- Protection of our legal rights
- Prevention of fraud or illegal activity
Business Transfers
If Daily Spark or our parent company is acquired, merged, or restructured, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
| Data Type | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Account information | While account is active | To provide services |
| Usage logs | 90 days | Analytics and troubleshooting |
| Crash reports | 30 days | Bug fixes and improvements |
| Advertising data | Per Google/Apple policy | Ad personalization |
| Backup data | Up to 180 days | Disaster recovery |
| Optional submissions | Indefinitely | Content improvement (with permission) |
You may request deletion of your account at any time (see Section 6: Your Rights).
6. Data Security
We implement modern security practices to safeguard your data:
- Encryption in Transit – All data sent to our servers uses HTTPS/TLS encryption
- Secure Storage – User authentication tokens stored securely on your device
- Access Controls – Only authorized staff can access user data
- Regular Audits – Security reviews to identify vulnerabilities
- No Password Storage – We use secure authentication tokens, not passwords
Important: No digital transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we use industry-standard protections, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please protect your account access.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
For All Users
- Access – See what data we collect about you
- Correct – Update or fix inaccurate data
- Delete – Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out – Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Data Portability – Receive your data in a portable format
For EU Users (GDPR)
- Right to be Forgotten – Request erasure of all personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing – Limit how we use your data
- Right to Object – Object to certain processing
- Right to Lodge Complaint – File with your data protection authority
For California Users (CCPA/CPRA)
- Right to Know – What personal information is collected
- Right to Delete – Request deletion of personal information
- Right to Opt-Out – Opt out of “sale” of personal information (we don’t sell)
- Right to Non-Discrimination – No penalties for exercising rights
For UK Users (UK GDPR)
- Same rights as EU users apply
For Virginia Users (VCDPA)
- Consumer Rights – Access, correct, delete personal data
- Opt-Out Rights – Targeted advertising and sales
To Exercise Your Rights: Contact us at: support@dailysparkquotes.com
Include:
- Your name and email
- Which right you want to exercise
- Specific details (e.g., which data)
- We’ll respond within 30 days (45 days in EU)
8. Children’s Privacy
Daily Spark is not intended for children under 13 years old.
We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):
- We do NOT knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
- If you are under 13, please ask a parent or guardian before using the app
- If we discover we’ve collected data from a child under 13, we immediately delete it
- We do NOT serve interest-based advertising to users under 13
If you believe a child has provided information: Contact us immediately at support@dailysparkquotes.com
For users ages 13-17:
- You may need parental consent in some regions
- We limit data collection and ad personalization
- You have full rights to access and delete your data
9. Permissions We Request
Daily Spark requests these device permissions to function:
| Permission | Android | iOS | Why We Need It |
|---|---|---|---|
| POST_NOTIFICATIONS | ✅ | ✅ | Send daily inspiration reminders and push notifications |
| VIBRATE | ✅ | Automatic | Haptic feedback for better interaction experience |
| RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED | ✅ | ✅ | Keep reminders working after device restart |
| INTERNET | ✅ | ✅ | Fetch quotes from our servers and serve ads |
| READ_PHONE_STATE | ✅ | – | Pause ads if you’re on a call |
| ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE | ✅ | – | Check internet connection for API calls |
You can:
- Manage permissions in device Settings at any time
- Disable notifications without losing app functionality
- Opt-out of ads (though limited functionality may result)
- Use the app with an internet connection for full functionality
10. Third-Party Services
Google Services
- Google Play Services – Enables app functionality
- Google AdMob – Powers in-app advertising
- Google Analytics (if enabled) – App usage statistics
Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out of personalized ads: https://adssettings.google.com
Apple Services (iOS)
- App Store – Distribution and updates
- Apple ID – Account authentication
- SKAdNetwork – Privacy-preserving ad attribution
Apple’s Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy/
Expo
- Push Notifications – Notification delivery
- Analytics – Aggregated usage data
Expo’s Privacy Policy: https://expo.dev/privacy
11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Daily Spark does NOT use traditional cookies (app-based data is stored locally on your device).
We may use:
- Mobile Analytics – To understand how you use the app
- Ad Tracking – Through Google AdMob (see their policies)
- Crash Analytics – To fix bugs and improve stability
You can disable tracking in:
- Android: Settings → Google → Manage your Google Account → Data & Privacy → Ad personalization (OFF)
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising (OFF)
12. Data Retention Summary
| Data Category | How Long | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Account data | Duration of account | Provide core services |
| Usage logs | 90 days | Analytics and improvement |
| Authentication tokens | Until logout | Session management |
| Advertising data | Per Google/Apple | Ad personalization |
| Error logs | 30 days | Bug fixes |
| Backups | Up to 6 months | Disaster recovery |
| Archived data | Up to 1 year | Compliance |
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our practices
- Changes in technology
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- User feedback
We will:
- Notify you through the app if there are material changes
- Post updates here with the new date
- For significant changes, request your consent
Your continued use of Daily Spark after changes constitutes acceptance.
14. Contact Us
Questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy?
📧 Email: support@dailysparkquotes.com
🌐 Website: https://dailysparkquotes.com
📱 In-App: Settings → Privacy Policy → Compliance Checklist
Regulatory Authorities (if needed):
- GDPR (EU): Your national data protection authority
- CCPA (California): California Attorney General
- UK ICO: https://ico.org.uk
- Other: Your relevant local data protection authority
Summary
✅ Your data is secure – We use encryption and modern security practices
✅ Your data is not sold – We never sell personal information
✅ Your rights are protected – You can access, correct, or delete your data
✅ We’re transparent – This policy explains everything we do
✅ We respect your privacy – Data minimization is our practice
Thank you for trusting Daily Spark with your privacy. 🌟
Effective Date: January 15, 2026
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
Version: 2.0 (Compliance Update)