Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 16, 2026
Introduction
Read2Me ("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 mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Article URLs: When you share an article to Read2Me, we temporarily process the URL to extract and convert the content to audio.
- Payment Information: Subscription payments are processed through Google Play. We do not store your credit card details.
Information Automatically Collected
- Device Information: Device type, Android version, and app version for compatibility and troubleshooting.
- Usage Data: Article processing requests, playback duration, and beta feedback to provide and improve our service.
- Crash Reports: Anonymous crash and error logs to identify and fix bugs.
Information We Don't Collect
- We do NOT collect personal information like name, email, or phone number
- We do NOT track your browsing history
- We do NOT access your contacts, photos, or other personal data
- We do NOT use third-party analytics or advertising trackers
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Convert articles to audio narration
- Provide streaming and offline playback
- Improve app performance and fix bugs during beta testing
- Prevent abuse and ensure service quality
- Process subscription payments (only after beta period ends)
Data Storage and Retention
- Article Content: Temporarily stored on our servers during processing (typically 10-60 seconds), then deleted. Cached audio may be retained for 24 hours to optimize performance.
- Saved Articles: Stored locally on your device. We do not store your saved library on our servers.
- Usage Logs: Retained for 90 days for operational purposes, then automatically deleted.
- Payment Records: Not applicable during beta. After beta ends, payment records will be managed by Google Play per their retention policies.
Data Sharing
We do NOT sell, rent, or share your data with third parties, except:
- Google Play: For app distribution and (after beta) payment processing and subscription management
- Service Providers: Our cloud hosting provider (for server infrastructure only)
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about what data we have
- Deletion: Request deletion of your usage data (email contact@read2me.club)
- Cancel: During beta, no subscription to cancel. After beta, cancel your subscription anytime through Google Play
- Opt-out: Stop using the app to stop data collection
Children's Privacy
Read2Me is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure with access controls
- Regular security audits and updates
- No storage of sensitive payment information
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Use Read2Me at your own risk.
Third-Party Services
Read2Me uses the following third-party services:
- Google Play Services: For payments and app distribution (Google Privacy Policy applies)
- Cloud Hosting: For backend infrastructure (data processing only)
We do NOT use:
- Google Analytics or similar tracking
- Advertising networks
- Social media trackers
- Cross-app tracking
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in the app and on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of Read2Me after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:
Email: contact@read2me.club
Response Time: Within 24-48 hours
Data Processing Summary (GDPR Compliance)
For users in the European Union:
Data Controller: Read2Me
Legal Basis for Processing:
- Contract performance (providing the service you subscribed to)
- Legitimate interest (improving app quality and preventing abuse)
Data Transfers: Data may be processed on servers in various locations with adequate safeguards per GDPR requirements.
Your EU Rights:
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority
To exercise these rights, contact: contact@read2me.club
By using Read2Me, you agree to this Privacy Policy.