Handpicked Shorts for Kids

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Handpicked Shorts For Kids ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of your children. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information:

• Account information (email address, full name)
• Child profile information (age range, preferences)
• Payment information processed securely through the payment providers available for your market
• Device information (device type, operating system)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about how you use our services:

• Videos watched and viewing duration
• Category subscriptions and preferences
• App usage patterns and interaction data
• Technical data (IP address, browser type, device identifiers)

2.3 Children's Information

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children. All child profiles are created and managed by parents or guardians. We collect minimal data about children's viewing habits solely to improve content recommendations and ensure age-appropriate content delivery.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain our services
• To process your subscriptions and payments
• To personalize content recommendations
• To improve our app and develop new features
• To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and support
• To ensure content safety and age-appropriateness
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our services (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure password-protected parent dashboards
• Regular security audits and updates
• Restricted access to personal information
• Secure payment processing through certified providers

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Children's Privacy Protection

We are committed to complying with applicable children's privacy laws. We:

• Do not collect personal information directly from children
• Require parental consent for all child profile activities
• Do not display advertising to children
• Do not allow children to publicly share personal information
• Provide parents with full control over their children's profiles

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@safekidapps.com

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as YouTube for video content). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

SafeKid
Email: support@safekidapps.com
Website: safekidapps.com

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Handpicked Shorts For Kids ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and SafeKid.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account and use our Service. By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement. The Service is intended for use by parents and guardians to provide content for children.

3. Account Registration and Security

3.1 Account Creation

To use certain features of the Service, you must create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Account Responsibility

You are solely responsible for all content accessed and activities that occur under your account. You must not share your account credentials with anyone, including children.

4. Subscription Plans and Payments

4.1 Subscription Tiers

We offer multiple subscription tiers:

• Free Plan: Limited access to free video categories
• Single List: Access to one premium subcategory
• All Lists Monthly: Access to all premium content
• All Lists Yearly: Annual access to all premium content

4.2 Payment Terms

• Payments are processed securely through the payment partners available for the selected market
• Current paid access requires manual renewal unless checkout expressly states that recurring billing applies
• A recurring charge is authorized only when its frequency and cancellation terms are clearly shown before purchase
• Prices are subject to change with 30 days' notice
• All fees are non-refundable unless required by law or stated otherwise

4.3 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing period. You will retain access to paid features until the end of the paid period.

5. Service Usage and Restrictions

5.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes to provide educational content to children under your care. You agree to supervise children's use of the Service.

5.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Share your account with persons outside your household
• Circumvent any content restrictions or security measures
• Download, copy, or redistribute content except as permitted
• Use automated tools or bots to access the Service
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or modify the app
• Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to access other users' accounts or data
• Upload or transmit viruses or malicious code
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

6. Content and Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

All content, features, and functionality of the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, videos, and software, are owned by SafeKid or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial use in accordance with these Terms.

6.3 Third-Party Content

Videos are sourced from YouTube and other platforms. We do not own this content but curate it for educational purposes. All third-party content is subject to the respective platform's terms and conditions.

7. Parental Responsibility

As a parent or guardian, you acknowledge that:

• You are responsible for monitoring your child's use of the Service
• You should configure parental controls appropriately
• You will supervise content selection and viewing
• While we curate content carefully, you remain responsible for what your child watches
• You should report any inappropriate content immediately

8. Content Curation and Quality

We make reasonable efforts to ensure all content is safe, educational, and age-appropriate. However:

• We do not guarantee that all content will meet your specific standards
• Content is curated by humans and may contain subjective judgments
• We are not responsible for changes to third-party content after curation
• You may report content concerns through the app

9. Affiliate Program

Our affiliate program allows you to earn commissions by referring new users. Separate terms and conditions apply to affiliate participation. Fraud or manipulation of the affiliate system will result in immediate termination and forfeiture of earnings.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Any errors or defects will be corrected
• The Service is free from viruses or harmful components
• Content will always be available or accurate

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SAFEKID SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, OR GOODWILL ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

Our total liability to you for all claims arising from the use of the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SafeKid, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

13. Device Compatibility

The Service is currently available only on Android devices (smartphones and smart TVs). We do not guarantee compatibility with all Android devices and may discontinue support for certain devices at our discretion.

14. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any such modification, suspension, or discontinuation.

15. Term and Termination

15.1 Term

These Terms remain in effect while you use the Service.

15.2 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting support or through account settings.

15.3 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your account immediately, without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activities
• Non-payment of subscription fees
• Any reason at our sole discretion

15.4 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that should reasonably survive termination shall survive.

16. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing law and venue are subject to the law applicable to the contracting business and any mandatory consumer protections. Final business jurisdiction details require owner confirmation.

• Good faith negotiation
• Mediation (if negotiation fails)
• Courts of Bangladesh (as a final resort)

17. Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms in the app with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SafeKid regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

20. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

SafeKid
Email: support@safekidapps.com
Website: safekidapps.com

By using Handpicked Shorts For Kids, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Handpicked Shorts For Kids ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our mobile application and website. By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you use our Service. They help us recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve your experience. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted) or "session" (deleted when you close the app).

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• User authentication and account access
• Security features and fraud prevention
• Maintaining your session while using the app
• Remembering your login status
• Load balancing and performance optimization

Duration: Session or up to 30 days

Can be disabled: No (required for service operation)

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide enhanced features:

• Language preferences (English or Bangla)
• Theme settings (light or dark mode)
• Video playback settings
• Parental control preferences
• Recently viewed categories

Duration: Up to 12 months

Can be disabled: Yes (but may affect user experience)

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our Service:

• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on different sections
• Navigation patterns and user flow
• Error reports and technical issues
• Device and browser information

Third-party services we use: Supabase Analytics

Duration: Up to 24 months

Can be disabled: Yes

3.4 Performance Cookies

These cookies help us improve the performance and speed of the Service:

• Page load times
• Video buffering and streaming quality
• Server response times
• Network connectivity issues
• App crash reports

Duration: Session or up to 30 days

Can be disabled: Yes (but may affect performance)

3.5 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Note: We do NOT use marketing or advertising cookies for children. Any marketing cookies are used only on our landing pages for adults and are related to:

• Affiliate program tracking
• Promotional campaign effectiveness
• Referral source tracking

Duration: Up to 12 months

Can be disabled: Yes

4. Similar Technologies

4.1 Local Storage

We use browser/app local storage to save:

• User preferences and settings
• Video playback progress
• Downloaded content (for offline viewing)
• Cached data for faster loading

4.2 Device Identifiers

On mobile devices, we may use device identifiers (Android ID) to:

• Authenticate your device
• Prevent unauthorized access
• Manage multi-device subscriptions
• Track device-specific settings

4.3 Pixels and Beacons

We may use tracking pixels in emails to understand:

• Email open rates
• Link click-through rates
• Email client used

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our Service may contain cookies from third-party services:

5.1 Supabase (Database & Authentication)

• Purpose: Account management, authentication, data storage
• Privacy Policy: supabase.com/privacy

5.2 YouTube (Video Content)

• Purpose: Video embedding and playback
• Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
• Note: We use YouTube's privacy-enhanced mode when possible

5.3 Payment Processors

• Purpose: Secure payment processing
• Note: These services use their own cookies for transaction security

6. Children's Privacy Protection

We are committed to protecting children's privacy:

• We do NOT use advertising or tracking cookies in children's sections of the app
• We do NOT collect behavioral data from children for marketing purposes
• We do NOT share children's data with third-party advertisers
• All cookies in children's sections are strictly necessary or functional only

7. How to Control Cookies

7.1 In-App Settings

You can manage cookie preferences through your account settings:

• Go to Settings > Privacy > Cookie Preferences
• Toggle specific cookie categories on/off
• Note: Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled

7.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies

7.3 Mobile Device Settings

On Android devices:

• Settings > Privacy > Ads > Reset advertising ID
• Settings > Apps > Handpicked Shorts > Permissions > Storage (to clear local data)

7.4 Opt-Out Links

To opt out of analytics tracking:

• Email us at: privacy@safekidapps.com with subject "Cookie Opt-Out"
• We will disable analytics cookies for your account

8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or block certain cookies:

• You may not be able to sign in or access your account
• Your preferences and settings may not be saved
• Some features may not work properly
• Video playback may be affected
• The app experience may be degraded

9. Cookie Lifespan

Different cookies have different lifespans:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close the app/browser
• Short-term cookies: 1-30 days (authentication, security)
• Medium-term cookies: 1-6 months (preferences, settings)
• Long-term cookies: 6-24 months (analytics, performance)

10. International Users

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other regions with strict data protection laws:

• We obtain your explicit consent before using non-essential cookies
• You have the right to withdraw consent at any time
• You can manage cookie preferences through in-app settings

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

SafeKid
Email: privacy@safekidapps.com
Cookie-specific inquiries: cookies@safekidapps.com
Website: safekidapps.com

13. Additional Resources

To learn more about cookies and online privacy:

• All About Cookies
• Your Online Choices
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out

Last reviewed and approved: January 2025