Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

1. Introduction

Podmarker ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our iOS application.

2. Information We Collect

All data is stored locally on your device.

2.1 Personal Information

Spotify Account Data: When you authorize our app with Spotify, we may access your playback state and currently playing content. We do not collect your Spotify username, email, or other personal account details.

User Preferences: We store your app preferences locally on your device, including:

• Auto-save timestamp settings
• Ignore interval settings
• Terms of service acceptance status
• Privacy policy acknowledgment

2.2 Media and Content Data

Podcast/Show Information: We store metadata about podcasts and shows you interact with, including:

• Show names and episode titles
• Episode IDs and show IDs from Spotify
• Episode duration and image URLs
• Links to Spotify content

Bookmarks and Timestamps: We store your personal bookmarks and timestamps for media content, including:

• Time markers (in seconds) for specific moments in episodes
• Optional notes you add to bookmarks
• Favorite/bookmark status

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Functions

• To provide bookmark and timestamp functionality for your media content
• To sync your bookmarks across the app and share extension
• To display your currently playing content
• To save and manage your personal bookmarks and notes

3.2 Data Storage

• Local Storage: All your bookmarks, media data, and preferences are stored locally on your device using Core Data
• Authentication: Your Spotify authentication token is stored securely in the iOS keychain. We use PKCE flow to obtain it.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

4.1 Spotify Integration

• We integrate with Spotify's Web API to fetch metadata about episodes and shows
• We do not share your personal data with Spotify beyond what's necessary for the API integration
• Your Spotify authorization tokens are stored locally and encrypted

4.2 No Third-Party Sharing

• We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties
• We do not use your data for advertising purposes
• We do not track your activity across other apps or websites

5. Data Security

5.1 Local Storage

• All data is stored locally on your device
• We use Apple's Core Data framework with encryption

5.2 Network Security

• All API communications with Spotify use HTTPS
• Authorization tokens are stored securely using iOS keychain

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Data Control

• You can delete all your data by uninstalling the app
• You can revoke Spotify access at any time through your Spotify account settings
• You can clear individual bookmarks or media items within the app

6.2 Privacy Settings

• You can control auto-save functionality in the app settings
• You can set minimum intervals between bookmarks to reduce data collection

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. 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 in the app.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Podmarker app ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

2. Description of Service

Podmarker is an iOS application that allows users to:

• Create and manage bookmarks and timestamps for media content
• Integrate with Spotify to access playback information
• Save and organize personal media references

3. User Accounts and Authorization

3.1 Spotify Integration

• The App integrates with Spotify's Web API
• You must have a valid Spotify account to use certain features
• You authorize the App to access your Spotify playback state
• You can revoke this authorization at any time through your Spotify account

3.2 User Responsibilities

• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device
• You are responsible for all activity that occurs through your use of the App
• You must not share your device or account credentials with others

4. Acceptable Use

4.1 Permitted Uses

• Personal use of the App for bookmarking and organizing media content
• Creating and managing your own bookmarks and timestamps
• Sharing content through legitimate iOS share mechanisms

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the App
• Use the App to infringe on intellectual property rights
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or other users' data
• Use the App to transmit malware, viruses, or other harmful code

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Rights

• The App and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by us
• All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are our property

5.2 Your Content

• You retain ownership of your bookmarks, notes, and personal content
• You grant us a limited license to store and process your content for App functionality
• You are responsible for ensuring you have rights to bookmark and reference any content

6. Third-Party Services

6.1 Spotify

• The App integrates with Spotify's services
• Your use of Spotify is subject to Spotify's own terms of service
• We are not responsible for Spotify's services or any issues with Spotify integration
• Critical Dependency: This app's functionality is entirely dependent on Spotify's Web API. If Spotify removes or restricts our access to their API, the app will cease to function. By using this app, you acknowledge and accept that the app's availability is contingent upon Spotify's continued API access.

6.2 iOS Platform

• The App operates on Apple's iOS platform
• Your use is subject to Apple's App Store terms and conditions
• We are not responsible for iOS platform issues or limitations

7. Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 Service Availability

• We strive to provide reliable service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted availability
• The App may be subject to limitations, delays, and other problems inherent in mobile applications

7.2 Data Loss

• While we implement reasonable data protection measures, we cannot guarantee against data loss
• You are responsible for backing up your important data
• We are not liable for any loss of your bookmarks or other data

7.3 No Warranty

THE APP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE APP.

9. Termination

9.1 Your Rights

• You may stop using the App at any time
• You can delete the App and your data by uninstalling it from your device

9.2 Our Rights

• We may terminate or suspend access to the App at any time
• We may discontinue the App or any features with reasonable notice

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes through the App or other reasonable means.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.