Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 5, 2026

1. Introduction

NovellaShot (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the NovellaShot mobile application (“App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App to read novels and watch short-form videos (“Shorts”).

By using NovellaShot, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

App Name: NovellaShot – Novels & Shorts

Developer Name: Guangzhou Waixuan Technology Co., Ltd (广州外轩科技有限公司)

Address：Room 405, Building 2, No. 283 Wangcheng Avenue, Chengjiao Street, Conghua District, self compiled I12 Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510000 China (中国广东省广州市从化区城郊街旺城大道283号2栋405房自编I12, 邮编: 510000)

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you register an account.
  • Profile Information: Avatar, display name, and reading preferences.
  • Content Interactions: Comments, ratings, bookmarks, reading history, and watchlists.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device Information: Device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent reading or watching, chapters completed, videos watched, and interaction patterns.
  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, and crash reports.
  • Location Data: General location (country/region) derived from IP address. We do not collect precise GPS location.

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and local storage to remember your preferences, maintain session state, and analyze App usage.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve NovellaShot’s novel reading and short video services.
  • Personalize content recommendations based on your reading and viewing history.
  • Process transactions and manage subscriptions or in-app purchases.
  • Send notifications about new chapters, episodes, or app updates.
  • Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
  • Analyze usage trends to improve user experience and content offerings.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area, we process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: For marketing communications and optional features.
  • Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you requested.
  • Legitimate Interests: For analytics, fraud prevention, and service improvement.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
  • Service Providers: Cloud hosting, analytics (e.g., Firebase Analytics), payment processing, and customer support.
  • Content Partners: Aggregated, non-identifiable data about reading trends and viewing patterns to help content creators understand audience preferences.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights and safety.

      6. Data Retention

      We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Reading history and viewing data may be retained in aggregated form for analytics purposes. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

      7. Your Rights

      Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

      • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
      • Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
      • Export your data in a portable format.
      • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
      • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

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

      8. Children’s Privacy

      NovellaShot is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

      9. International Data Transfers

      Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses.

      10. Security

      We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

      11. Third-Party Links and Content

      NovellaShot may contain links to third-party websites or content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

      12. Changes to This Policy

      We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via the App or email.

      13. Contact Information

      If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms or the App, please contact us at:

      Company Name: Guangzhou Waixuan Technology Co., Ltd (广州外轩科技有限公司)

      Email: waixuan2026@gmail.com & support@cobaltsharp.com

      Address: Room 405, Building 2, No. 283 Wangcheng Avenue, Chengjiao Street, Conghua District, self compiled I12 Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510000 China (中国广东省广州市从化区城郊街旺城大道283号2栋405房自编I12, 邮编: 510000)