{"id":8627,"date":"2026-09-20T11:14:45","date_gmt":"2026-09-20T11:14:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qolv.com\/?p=8627"},"modified":"2026-09-20T15:21:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-20T15:21:47","slug":"privacy-policy-qolv-app","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qolv.com\/?p=8627","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Last updated:<\/strong> September 20, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>QOLV App<\/strong> provides access to QOLV content and includes local productivity features such as notes, saved quotes, bookmarks, drawing tools, offline content, and full-text search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV is designed to keep user-created content primarily <strong>on the user\u2019s device<\/strong>. The app does not require a QOLV account and does not use advertising trackers or analytics SDKs to monitor users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some parts of the app display content from <strong>qolv.com<\/strong> and other websites through an embedded browser. Information submitted directly to those websites is governed by their respective privacy practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Information Stored on Your Device<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The QOLV App may store information locally on your device in order to provide its features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notes and documents created by the user<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saved quotes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bookmarks and reading history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Locally cached QOLV articles and content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drawing files and drawing metadata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Imported Excalidraw libraries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User preferences and app settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offline search indexes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other information needed to restore the app\u2019s state and provide offline functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This information is stored locally using technologies such as SQLite database storage, application storage, and embedded browser storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV does <strong>not automatically upload this locally stored content to QOLV servers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app&#8217;s offline search feature also creates a separate local full-text search index. This index is generated from content already stored on the device and is used only to provide offline search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clearing the app&#8217;s storage or uninstalling the app may remove locally stored content. Files that the user has separately exported or saved elsewhere are not controlled by QOLV after export.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Drawings and Excalidraw<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app includes a customized, self-hosted version of the open-source <strong>Excalidraw<\/strong> drawing tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drawings are stored locally on the device and can be used offline after the required app resources have been loaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create and manage multiple drawings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Import <code>.excalidraw<\/code> files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Export <code>.excalidraw<\/code> files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Export drawings as PNG or SVG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Import and use Excalidraw library files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share or save exported files using the device&#8217;s system share interface<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV does not automatically upload user drawings to Excalidraw or to QOLV cloud storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a user intentionally browses the external Excalidraw Libraries website, normal internet information such as the user&#8217;s IP address and browser\/device information may be visible to that external website in the same way as when visiting it in a normal browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. File Import, Export, and Sharing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some QOLV features allow users to select, import, export, save, or share files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">File access occurs only when initiated by the user.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, a user may choose to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Import an Excalidraw drawing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download an Excalidraw library<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Export a drawing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save a PNG or SVG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share a file using the phone&#8217;s system share sheet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the system share interface is used, the file is provided only to the application or service selected by the user.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV does not automatically send exported files to third parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Third-party applications chosen by the user, such as cloud storage, email, or messaging applications, are governed by their own privacy policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Website Content and Internet Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some content in the app is provided by: qolv.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app may download QOLV content for viewing and offline use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the app communicates with qolv.com, standard web server information may be transmitted as part of normal internet communication, including information such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IP address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requested page or resource<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic browser or device information required to deliver web content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The app itself does not use this information to create advertising profiles or track users across other applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any information voluntarily submitted through qolv.com is governed by QOLV&#8217;s website privacy practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Optional Email Subscription<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users may optionally provide their email address through <strong>qolv.com<\/strong> to receive updates about newly added subjects, notebook releases, or related QOLV resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Subscription is entirely optional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email addresses are processed through qolv.com rather than the app&#8217;s local note or drawing systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subscribers may unsubscribe using the link included in applicable emails.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The QOLV App does not require an email address to use its local productivity features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Camera Permission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Camera access is optional and is used for the <strong>QR Scanner<\/strong> feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The camera is accessed only when the user intentionally activates QR scanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The camera may be used to scan QR codes associated with QOLV physical materials or other supported content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV does not use the camera for background recording or monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Images captured for QR scanning are not intentionally retained or uploaded by QOLV as part of the scanning process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users who do not grant camera permission can continue using the rest of the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Local Search<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV includes an offline full-text search feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The search system creates a local search index from supported content already stored on the device, such as notes and downloaded articles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Search processing occurs locally on the device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Search terms are not automatically sent to QOLV servers or external search providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local search index is used only to make local content faster and easier to find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Analytics, Advertising, and Tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The QOLV App does not intentionally include advertising SDKs, behavioral advertising systems, or third-party analytics services for monitoring user activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV does not sell users&#8217; personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV does not create advertising profiles from locally stored notes, drawings, searches, quotes, or reading activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">External websites opened from within the app may have their own analytics, cookies, logging, or privacy practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Third-Party and Open-Source Software<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The QOLV App uses open-source software and software libraries to provide features such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Embedded web content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local SQLite storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-text search<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>File selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>File sharing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drawing and diagram functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These components are used to provide app functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some features may also open external websites or services selected by the user. Those external services operate under their own privacy policies and terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Data Security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QOLV is designed so that user-created notes, drawings, saved quotes, search indexes, and similar app data remain primarily on the user&#8217;s device unless the user intentionally exports or shares them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because local data resides on the device, users are responsible for protecting access to their device and for maintaining backups of information they consider important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exported files may be stored in locations selected by the user, including third-party applications or cloud services. Once a user intentionally transfers a file to another service, that service&#8217;s privacy and security practices apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Information transmitted between the app and QOLV websites is protected using HTTPS where supported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Data Retention and Deletion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Locally stored app information generally remains on the device until it is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deleted by the user<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleared through app or operating-system storage settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Removed when the app is uninstalled<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replaced or removed through normal app functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some exported files may remain in locations outside the app until the user deletes them from those locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Information voluntarily submitted through qolv.com, such as an email subscription, is handled according to the applicable website practices and is not deleted simply by uninstalling the QOLV App.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Children&#8217;s Privacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The QOLV App is not designed to intentionally collect personal information from children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because most productivity content is stored locally and no account is required for the local features, QOLV does not intentionally receive users&#8217; locally created notes, drawings, searches, or saved content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you believe personal information has been provided to QOLV through the website inappropriately, please contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For questions about this Privacy Policy or QOLV&#8217;s data practices, please contact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:info@qolv.com\">info@qolv.com<\/a><br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/qolv.com\/\">https:\/\/qolv.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Changes to This Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes to the QOLV App, its features, applicable technologies, or legal requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Updated versions will include a revised <strong>Last updated<\/strong> date and may be published through qolv.com or another appropriate location within the QOLV service.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last updated: September 20, 2026 Overview The QOLV App provides access to QOLV content and includes local productivity features such as notes, saved quotes, bookmarks, drawing tools, offline content, and full-text search. QOLV is designed to keep user-created content primarily on the user\u2019s device. 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