Privacy Policy for Wikitter iOS App

Last updated: March 28, 2025

Thank you for using Wikitter, an iOS app that delivers random Wikipedia facts in a simple, social-style feed. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, used, and your rights under applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Information We Collect

Wikitter does not collect personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, or contact information. However, we may collect limited usage data for performance and analytics purposes.

2. Analytics

We use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Firebase Analytics) to collect anonymous usage data. This includes:

This data helps us improve the app and user experience. It is aggregated and does not directly identify individuals.

3. Crash Reporting

Wikitter uses crash reporting tools (e.g., Firebase Crashlytics) to identify bugs and crashes. The data may include:

This information is used solely to improve app stability and is not linked to any personal identifiers.

4. Use of Wikipedia API

The app retrieves content from the publicly available Wikipedia API. These requests are made directly from your device to Wikipedia’s servers. No user data is shared with Wikipedia through these requests.

5. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under the GDPR:

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

6. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you may have the following rights under the CCPA:

To request access to or deletion of your personal data, please contact us.

7. Data Retention

We retain usage and crash data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

8. Children’s Privacy

Wikitter is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us for deletion.

9. Security

We use industry-standard practices and trusted third-party tools to secure any collected data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your data responsibly.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here, and we encourage you to review this page periodically for changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us: