Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 5, 2026

This privacy policy explains how ColorBuddy ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application, and when we contact creators about collaborations (see section 11).

ColorBuddy is operated by Garage Code Ltd, registered in England and Wales (company no. 17117402), registered office Suite 10, The Globe Centre, Accrington, BB5 0RE. Garage Code Ltd is the data controller for the information described here and is registered with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (registration ZC249488).

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

We collect information you provide when you sign in through external authentication providers (Google Sign-In, Apple Sign-In):

• Email address
• Authentication provider identifier

1.2 Profile Information

When you set up and customise your profile within the app:

• Username (chosen by you)
• Avatar image (uploaded by you, imported from Google, or auto-generated initials)

1.3 Library Content

Information you create about your coloring book collection:

• Book titles, authors, and ISBNs
• Book cover images
• Page numbers and coloring progress data

1.4 Buddy Color Content

Information related to group coloring activities:

• Buddy color group titles and settings
• Page image submissions linked to group activities
• Participation and reveal status

1.5 Preferences

We store your onboarding preferences (such as your interest in buddy colors, library features, or both) to personalise your experience.

1.6 Analytics and Crash Reporting

We use Firebase, a Google service, to help us improve the app and fix bugs:

• Firebase Analytics collects anonymous app usage data (such as screen views and feature usage events) to help us understand how the app is used and where to focus improvements.
• Firebase Crashlytics collects crash reports and non-fatal error logs to help us identify and fix bugs quickly.
• Data collected includes: anonymous usage events, crash logs, device model, and operating system version.
• No advertising identifiers are collected.
• Analytics data is not linked to your personal identity — it is aggregated and anonymous.

1.7 What We Do NOT Collect

We want to be transparent about what we do not collect:

• We do not collect device information beyond what is included in crash reports (see 1.6)
• We do not serve advertisements or use ad network SDKs
• We do not sell or share analytics data with third parties for marketing

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Provide Core Services

• To create and manage your account
• To store and sync your coloring book library across devices
• To enable buddy color group activities (creating, joining, submitting, and revealing)
• To process in-app purchases and manage your subscription status

2.2 Communication

• To respond to your support requests if you contact us

2.3 Legal Compliance

• To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• To protect our rights and the rights of other users
• To prevent fraud and abuse

3. Information Sharing

3.1 We Do Not Sell Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.

3.2 Service Providers

We use the following third-party service providers to operate our app:

• Supabase — cloud infrastructure provider (database, file storage, authentication, and serverless functions). Your data is stored on Supabase-managed infrastructure.
• Google Sign-In and Apple Sign-In — authentication providers for account creation and login.
• RevenueCat — in-app purchase and subscription management. RevenueCat processes purchase transactions and manages subscription status.
• Firebase (Google) — crash reporting and anonymous usage analytics. Firebase collects anonymous usage events and crash data to help us improve the app.

We do not share your data with any advertising networks or other third parties beyond those listed above.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or security issues
• Protect the personal safety of users

4. Data Security

4.1 Encryption

• Data in transit is encrypted using industry-standard TLS protocols
• Authentication is handled securely through Google and Apple's established sign-in services
• Your data is protected by Supabase's built-in security infrastructure, including row-level security policies

4.2 Access Controls

• Your account data is only accessible to you when authenticated
• Row-level security policies ensure users can only access their own data and data shared with them through buddy color groups

4.3 Data Retention

• We retain your data for as long as your account is active
• You can request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time
• Upon account deletion, your personal data, library content, and buddy color submissions are permanently removed

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete your account and all associated data
• Request a copy of your data

5.2 Account Deletion

You can delete your account through the app settings. Upon deletion:

• Your profile, library, and buddy color data are permanently removed
• Your participation in buddy color groups is removed
• This action cannot be undone

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at admin@colorbuddy.co.uk.

6. Children's Privacy

ColorBuddy is intended for adults (18+) and is designed for adult coloring hobbyists. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a person under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information is processed and stored on Supabase infrastructure, which may be located in regions outside your country of residence. By using ColorBuddy, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations. We rely on Supabase's data protection measures to safeguard your information during such transfers.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy within the app. Your continued use of the app after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: admin@colorbuddy.co.uk
• Website: colorbuddy.co.uk
• Post: Garage Code Ltd, Suite 10, The Globe Centre, Accrington, BB5 0RE

You also have the right to complain to the UK Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.

10. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Google Sign-In (Privacy Policy)
• Apple Sign-In (Privacy Policy)
• Supabase (Privacy Policy)
• RevenueCat (Privacy Policy)
• Firebase (Privacy Policy)

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these services.

11. Creator Collaboration Outreach

This section applies to content creators we contact about collaborating with ColorBuddy, whether or not they use the app.

11.1 What We Collect and Where From

We find creators in the coloring community on TikTok. We only record details that a creator has made public on their profile:

• TikTok username, display name and follower count
• The business or collaboration email address shown in their profile bio
• Links to public videos, so we can mention their work when we get in touch
• Our correspondence with them, and whether they took part (for example, if we gave them free Pro access and whether they later posted about ColorBuddy)

We only email addresses that a creator has published for business or collaboration enquiries.

11.2 Why We Use It

We use these details to offer creators a collaboration, usually a free year of ColorBuddy Pro with no obligation to post, and to follow up on that conversation. Our lawful basis is legitimate interests: telling relevant creators about a product connected to their content, in a way they have invited by publishing a business contact address. We keep contact limited to a small number of personal emails.

11.3 Your Choices

• You can object at any time by replying "no thanks" to any email from us, or by emailing admin@colorbuddy.co.uk. We will not contact you again.
• We keep a minimal record that you opted out (your username and email address) so that we never contact you again.
• You can ask us to access, correct or delete the information we hold about you, using the contact details in section 9.

11.4 Storage and Retention

Outreach records are kept in our private business records and email account (Microsoft 365), and are not shared with anyone else. We delete outreach details for creators who did not reply after 12 months, and keep records of collaborations for as long as needed for our business and legal obligations. Opt-out records are kept indefinitely so we can honour them.

By using ColorBuddy, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this privacy policy.