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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 25, 2026

Introduction

Hack The News ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our iOS application.

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

Information We Collect

Hack The News is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal data:

  • No Personal Information: We do not collect personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number.
  • No Account Required: You can use the app without creating an account.
  • Local Storage Only: Your preferences and settings are stored locally on your device.
  • No Tracking: We do not use analytics or tracking services to monitor your behavior.

How We Use Information

Since we don't collect personal information, we don't use it for any purpose. The app simply:

  • Fetches publicly available stories from the Hacker News API
  • Stores your preferences (theme, accent color) locally on your device
  • Displays content in a user-friendly interface

Third-Party Services

Hack The News uses the following third-party services:

  • Hacker News API: We fetch stories, comments, and user information from the official Hacker News API. This is public data provided by Y Combinator.
  • Apple App Store: The app is distributed through the Apple App Store, which may collect information as per Apple's privacy policy.

Data Security

We take data security seriously. Since we don't collect or store personal data on our servers, there is minimal risk of data breaches. All your preferences are stored securely on your device using iOS's built-in secure storage mechanisms.

Children's Privacy

Hack The News does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The app is designed for general audiences and does not contain age-restricted content.

Changes to This 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.

Contact Us

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

Summary

TL;DR: Hack The News doesn't collect your personal data. We don't track you. We don't show ads. Your privacy is important to us.