Privacy Policy
Kno ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Kno mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account information: email address (if you create an account)
- Category preferences you select during onboarding
- Saved posts and reading history within the App
Automatically Collected
- Device information: device type, operating system version
- App usage data: posts viewed, time spent, interactions
- Anonymous analytics data for improving App performance
What We Don't Collect
- We don't collect precise location data
- We don't collect contacts or photos
- We don't collect health or financial information
- We never sell your personal information
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain the App functionality
- Personalize your content feed based on selected categories
- Remember your saved posts and preferences
- Analyze App usage to improve features and performance
- Send important notifications about App updates (if enabled)
3. Third-Party Services
Our App uses Firebase (Google) for:
- Authentication: to manage user accounts
- Firestore: to store posts and user preferences
- Analytics: to understand App usage patterns
Firebase's privacy practices are governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
4. Data Retention & Your Rights
Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the App's services.
Your Rights
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Export your data
Delete Your Data
Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account, or email privacy@knoapp.co. We'll delete your data within 30 days.
5. Guest Mode
- We collect minimal anonymous usage data for analytics
- No personal information is stored on our servers
- Your preferences are stored locally on your device only
6. Children's Privacy
Our App is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
7. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
8. Changes
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 questions, please contact us at privacy@knoapp.co