1. Introduction

DanBroz.com, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") operates the HA-Humor.App website and application (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our humor recommendation service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Google Account Information (Optional)

If you choose to sign in with Google, we collect:

• Email address
• Display name
• Profile picture URL
• Unique user identifier (uid)

Note: You can use our service without signing in, but personalization features require Google authentication.

2.2 Joke Response Data

When you interact with jokes, we collect:

• Joke ID viewed
• Whether you marked it "Funny" or "Not Funny"
• Comedy style/category of each joke
• Timestamp of your response

2.3 Session Data (Stored Locally)

Your browser stores:

• Verbose mode preference
• Session start time (for 3-hour reset feature)
• Untrained categories (categories you've disliked)
• Shown joke IDs (to prevent showing duplicates)

2.4 Usage Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage data to improve our service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide personalized joke recommendations (90% from your preferred styles, 10% for variety)
• Remember your preferences across sessions
• Prevent showing you the same joke twice
• Learn which humor styles you enjoy most
• Improve our service through analytics

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using:

• Google Firebase Authentication: For user account management
• Google Cloud Firestore: For storing your joke responses and preferences
• Local Storage: For session data and preferences (stored in your browser)

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Firebase: For authentication and data storage
• Google Analytics: For anonymous usage analytics

These services have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing Google's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle your data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

• Joke responses: Stored indefinitely to maintain your preferences
• Session data: Automatically reset every 3 hours for fresh recommendations
• Account data: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of analytics tracking
• Clear your local storage data (via browser settings)

To exercise these rights, contact us at dan@danbroz.com.

8. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except:

• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and safety
• With service providers who assist in operating our service (under strict confidentiality agreements)

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: