Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 8, 2026
Account & Data Deletion
You can delete your Reading Rhythms account and request deletion of associated personal data:
- In the app: Profile → Delete Account
- Without the app: Email hello@readingrhythms.co with subject line "Personal Data Deletion" and include the email address tied to your account.
We may need to verify your identity before completing deletion. We'll confirm receipt of verified requests and complete them within a reasonable timeframe.
Privacy Choices
- Marketing emails: use the unsubscribe link in any email, or contact hello@readingrhythms.co.
- Push notifications: control in your device settings.
- Location: control location permissions in your device settings.
- Account & data deletion: see above.
- Access / correction requests: email hello@readingrhythms.co.
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Please read this Privacy Policy before accessing or using the Services. Reading Rhythms LLC ("Reading Rhythms," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information across any website, mobile application, or other online platform that we own, control, and/or operate (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy is incorporated into and governed by our Terms and Conditions.
This Privacy Policy applies to information you provide to us or that we collect in connection with your access or use of the Services, including when you participate in community features, book or attend events (virtual or in-person), purchase products or memberships, or communicate with us. By accessing or using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions.
Your information is controlled by Reading Rhythms, and you authorize us to process your information in the locations where we and our service providers operate.
Questions? Contact hello@readingrhythms.co.
Information We Collect
A) Contact Information
We may collect contact information such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide.
B) Identifiers
We may collect identifiers such as a user ID for your account and device/app identifiers to provide the service, maintain security, support analytics, and personalize your experience.
C) Location Information
We may collect coarse location information if you enable location-based features and grant device permissions, such as to recommend nearby events or tailor experiences.
D) User Content
We collect content you submit through the Services, such as messages, posts, comments, profile text, and any content you send to customer support.
E) Purchases & Transaction Data
We may collect purchase history and related transaction records. Payment processing is handled by third-party payment processors; we do not store full payment card numbers.
F) Usage Data
We may collect information about how you interact with the app to improve performance, understand usage, and personalize recommendations.
G) Log Data & Diagnostics
We may automatically receive log data such as IP address, device type, operating system, app version, timestamps, and crash logs.
H) Cookies (Website)
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect website usage data and improve functionality.
How We Use Information
- App functionality: create and manage accounts, provide core features, enable community experiences, and operate events.
- Personalization: tailor book recommendations, community suggestions, and event discovery.
- Analytics: understand usage, improve features, fix bugs, and measure performance.
- Customer support: respond to requests and troubleshoot issues.
- Marketing: send service-related updates and (where permitted) promotions.
- Safety and integrity: detect and prevent fraud, spam, abuse, and enforce our rules.
- Legal: comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and users.
Sharing & Disclosure
We do not disclose your private personal information except in the limited circumstances described below.
A) With Your Consent
We may share information at your direction, such as when you authorize a third-party integration.
B) Service Providers
We use service providers to help us operate the Services. We use Supabase for mobile backend infrastructure. SMS data won't be shared with anyone except our texting service provider.
C) Other Users
If you use community features, other users may see information you choose to share.
D) Legal, Safety, and Protection
We may preserve or disclose information if reasonably necessary to comply with law or protect safety.
E) Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
User-Generated Content
Our Services may include user-generated content such as chat/messages and community posts. We process UGC to provide the service and help keep the community safe. You can report content/users and block users where available in-app.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. Data transmitted to our Services is protected using encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS).
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as needed to provide the Services and for legitimate business purposes. If you request account deletion, we will delete or de-identify information except where retention is required by law.
California Privacy Rights
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") California residents may have certain rights. You can exercise applicable rights by emailing hello@readingrhythms.co.
Children
Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
International Data Transfers
Reading Rhythms operates in the United States, and your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other locations where we or our service providers operate.
Changes to this Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available at https://readingrhythms.co/privacy-policy. By continuing to use the Services after changes become effective, you agree to the revised policy.