SlowRSS Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 17, 2025 at 12:52 PM

Privacy Policy

Overview

This RSS reader app is designed with your privacy in mind. We do not collect, store, or share any personal information. The app functions entirely on your device, with data storage limited to your local device and iCloud if you enable it.

Data Collection and Usage

RSS Feed Data

  • The app stores RSS feed URLs and content that you explicitly add
  • Feed content is cached locally on your device to enable offline reading
  • Feed data is only synchronized through iCloud if you enable iCloud sync

Pinboard Integration

  • If you choose to use the Pinboard integration feature:
    • Your Pinboard API key is stored securely in your device's keychain
    • The app communicates directly with Pinboard's servers
    • No Pinboard data is stored on our servers

Data Storage

  • All app data is stored locally on your device
  • Optional iCloud sync only transfers your feed subscriptions and reading status
  • No analytics or tracking data is collected

Third-Party Access

  • The app only connects to:
    • RSS feed URLs you manually add
    • Pinboard.in (only if you enable this feature)
  • No data is shared with advertisers or other third parties

Feed Discovery Feature

  • Users can optionally share their feed subscriptions to help improve feed recommendations
  • Only feed URLs and categories are shared
  • No personal information or reading habits are collected
  • This feature is opt-in and can be disabled at any time
  • Data is anonymised and aggregated

HTTP Content

The app supports both secure (HTTPS) and standard (HTTP) RSS feeds to ensure compatibility with all feed sources. Users should be aware that HTTP connections are not encrypted.

Children's Privacy

This app does not collect any personal information from users of any age.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in the app's App Store listing.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at silas@slack.co.uk.

Last updated: 2025-02-14