Privacy Policy for ReadItLater
Last Updated: Friday, 6 March 2026
Introduction
The ReadItLater app (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is designed to help you save, organize, and manage web links efficiently. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
Data Collection and Storage
ReadItLater allows you to store your data locally or synchronize it across devices by creating an account.
- Personal Data Collection: If you choose to create an account, we collect and store your username, email address, password, and the links, tags, and collections you create to provide synchronization features.
- Local Storage: If you use the app without an account (where applicable), your data is stored exclusively on your device’s internal memory using a local database.
- Data Security: Data transmitted to our servers during synchronization is securely processed and will not be shared with unauthorized third parties.
Permissions and Usage
The app integrates with certain device capabilities and collects specific data to function correctly:
- Notifications:
- Purpose: To provide you with alerts for the links you have scheduled reminders for.
- Usage: We require permission to schedule and send local notifications to your device based on times you have set.
- Account Data (Optional):
- Purpose: To enable cross-device synchronization and data backup.
- Usage: If you choose to create an account, we collect your email address, username, and a securely hashed password. Your links, tags, and collections are securely transmitted to our servers strictly for synchronization and backup purposes.
- Shared Data (Intents):
- Purpose: To allow you to save links directly from other apps (like your browser or YouTube) to ReadItLater.
- Usage: When you “Share” a link to our app, we process the shared text/URL to create a new entry. If you are signed into an account, this data will be synced to our servers; otherwise, it remains stored solely on your device.
- Open Links:
- Purpose: To allow you to visit the websites you have saved.
- Usage: When you open a link, the app redirects you to your device’s default web browser. We do not track your browsing history.
Third-Party Services
We do not use any third-party analytics services (like Google Analytics or Firebase) or advertising networks. Your usage data remains private on your device.
Children’s Privacy
Our application is designed for general utility and is safe for use by all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy mainly through app updates.
If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.