Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which our mobile application ("Briefly", the "App") collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users. The App is designed to provide summarized news content mainly for Albania using artificial intelligence. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users and ensuring the security of their information. This Privacy Policy explains the types of data we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to safeguard it.

Information We Collect

1. Account / Login Information

If you choose to create an account or log in, we process certain personal data to provide authentication and user-specific features. This includes:

This information is stored and managed in our identity and backend infrastructure hosted on Microsoft Azure.

2. Bookmarks

If you use the bookmarking feature, we store the bookmarks you create and associate them with your account so you can access them across sessions/devices. This may include:

3. Activity / Usage Tracking (Analytics)

To understand how the App is used and to improve functionality and user experience, we collect usage and interaction data through analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics / Google Analytics for Firebase). This may include:

Where available, analytics may use a pseudonymous identifier (such as an app instance ID). If you are logged in, certain in-app activities may be associated with your account in order to provide personalized features (e.g., bookmarks) and to understand feature usage. We do not sell your data.

4. Technical Logs

Our backend services may collect technical logs necessary to operate and secure the App (e.g., timestamps, error logs, request metadata). These logs may include identifiers and IP addresses as part of normal network communications.

How We Use Collected Information

We use the information described above to:

Legal Basis (EEA/UK – GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the UK, our legal bases for processing may include:

Third-Party Services and Links

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that these third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we do not assume any responsibility or liability for their actions or practices.

The App uses AI algorithms to summarize content from various websites and sources. We do not own the content of the websites from which the information is sourced. The summarized content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered endorsement, approval, or responsibility by us for the underlying content.

We use third-party service providers (data processors) to help operate the App, such as:

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share data only:

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy:

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or export your personal data, and to object to or restrict certain processing. You may also have the right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

If you would like to request deletion of your account data and bookmarks, or have questions about your privacy rights, contact us using the details below.

Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect the data collected by the App. We use industry-standard security practices and procedures to help safeguard information, including access controls and encryption where appropriate. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age where parental consent is required by applicable law. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and the "last updated" date at the bottom of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Your Acceptance of these Terms

By using the App, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use the App. Your continued use of the App following the posting of changes to this Policy will be deemed as your acceptance of those changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the practices of the App, please contact us at:

contact@brieflynews.app

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 04.01.2026.