Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

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Introduction

Welcome to Mia. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our fitness and lifestyle video sharing mobile application. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information.

Mia uses 100% local storage. All your data is stored exclusively on your device, and we do not operate any backend servers or collect your data remotely.

Information We Store Locally

All information is stored on your device using local storage mechanisms (UserDefaults, FileManager, and Keychain). The following types of information are stored locally:

User Profile Information

  • Username (auto-generated or customized by you)
  • Profile bio and description
  • Avatar image (generated or uploaded by you)
  • Device identifier (stored securely in Keychain for login purposes)

Content Data

  • Videos you upload or record
  • Comments you post
  • Likes and interactions
  • Follow relationships

App Usage Data

  • Your preferences and settings
  • Notification history
  • Blocked users list
  • Content reports you submit
  • Coin balance and purchase history for in-app features

How We Use Your Information

Since all data is stored locally on your device, we use this information solely to:

  • Provide app functionality and features
  • Personalize your experience within the app
  • Enable you to create, share, and interact with video content
  • Manage your profile and preferences
  • Process in-app purchases and coin transactions

We do not access, transmit, or share any of this information with third parties or our servers.

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All your data is stored exclusively on your device using Apple's secure storage frameworks:

  • UserDefaults: For app settings and serialized data
  • FileManager: For videos and images in your device's sandboxed Documents directory
  • Keychain: For secure storage of device identifiers

Data Security

Your data is protected by iOS device security features including device encryption, app sandboxing, and secure storage mechanisms. We do not transmit your data over the internet.

Third-Party Services

Mia uses the following third-party frameworks and services:

In-App Purchases

We use Apple's StoreKit framework to process in-app purchases for coins used within the app. Apple handles all payment processing according to their privacy policy. We do not collect or store your payment information.

Media Libraries

The app uses open-source libraries for video playback, image loading, and UI components. These libraries operate locally on your device and do not transmit data externally.

Permissions

Mia requests the following permissions to provide core functionality:

  • Camera: To record videos for posting
  • Photo Library: To select videos and images for uploading
  • Notifications: To notify you of likes, comments, and follows (optional)

You can manage these permissions in your device Settings at any time. Denying permissions may limit app functionality.

Content Moderation

You have full control over your content experience:

  • Blocking Users: You can block users from your video menu, comments, or their profile
  • Reporting Content: You can report videos or comments for inappropriate content, spam, violence, harassment, or false information
  • Privacy Controls: Blocked users and reports are stored locally on your device

Data Retention and Deletion

Your Data Control

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have complete control:

  • Delete individual videos, comments, or content at any time
  • Delete your account from the app settings, which removes all your data from the device
  • Uninstalling the app removes all data permanently

No Cloud Backup

Your Mia data is not backed up to iCloud or any cloud service. If you delete the app or reset your device, all data will be permanently lost.

Children's Privacy

Mia is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 is using the app, please contact us at support@miaapp.com.

Changes to This Privacy 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 and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Access all your data directly within the app
  • Modify or delete your profile information
  • Delete individual content items
  • Request complete account deletion
  • Control app permissions through iOS Settings

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Email: support@miaapp.com