Effective Date: 01.06.2026
Last Updated: 01.06.2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Source? (“Source?,” “we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use our mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).
- Who We Are
Service Name: Source?
Company: Fournetsha Co., Ltd.
Contact: contact@sourceofmanga.com
Business inquiries: business@sourceofmanga.com
Address: Japan (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo)
- What This Policy Covers
This policy applies to information collected through:
- the Source? mobile app
- our website
- our support channels (in-app contact, Discord support desk, email)
- our other services (including Editor’s Room)
This policy does not cover third-party services you access through links in our Services (e.g., app stores, external websites, payment providers). Those services have their own policies.
- Information We Collect
We collect information in three ways: (A) you provide it, (B) it’s collected automatically, and (C) we receive it from third parties.
A) Information You Provide
Account & Profile
- Name/username, email, password (or auth method)
- Profile info you add (bio, links, avatar, region)
Creator Content (UGC)
- Manga pages/chapters, covers, titles, descriptions, tags
- Comments, ratings, likes, bookmarks, community posts (where applicable)
Submissions & Support
- Messages you send to support (in-app, email, Discord)
- Files you upload for reviews or exams (e.g., one-page / one-shot / series submissions)
- Any details you share when requesting help (screenshots, device info)
Editor’s Room
- The work you submit (files), submission metadata (title name, stage/type), and your contact email for receiving feedback
B) Information Collected Automatically
Device & App Data
- Device type, OS version, app version, language, time zone
- Device identifiers (e.g., advertising ID where permitted), IP address
- Crash logs and diagnostic data
Usage Data
- Pages/screens viewed, taps, session duration, features used
- Interaction data (what content is opened, read, or engaged with)
Cookies / Similar Tech (Website)
- Cookies, pixels, local storage (for login, analytics, and improving performance)
Note: Some tracking (especially advertising measurement) may be controlled by device settings and regional consent requirements.
C) Information From Third Parties
Payments
- If you purchase subscription or in-app currency, payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g., Apple/Google or other processors).
- We typically receive purchase confirmations and transaction references, not full card details.
Analytics / Ads (If Used)
- We may use analytics and advertising tools to understand performance and improve acquisition (e.g., aggregated reporting).
4) How We Use Information
We use your information to:
Provide and operate the Services
- create accounts, run the app, enable reading and publishing
- deliver creator features (Rank Up Mission, publishing eligibility, leaderboards)
Deliver learning and creator support
- provide course access and progress features
- process submissions and deliver results/certifications
- facilitate Editor’s Room feedback delivery
Improve and secure the platform
- diagnose bugs/crashes, prevent abuse, enforce rules
- protect users, creators, and our Services from fraud or harmful activity
Communicate with you
- support responses, service updates, policy changes
- essential notices about your account or purchases
Marketing (where permitted)
- promote the app and measure campaign performance
- you can opt out of certain marketing where required/available
5) How We Share Information
We do not share your personal information except as described below.
A) With Service Providers
We work with vendors who help us run the Services (hosting, analytics, support tools, security, payment verification). They are permitted to use personal data only to provide services to us.
B) With Manga Editors (Editor’s Room)
If you use Editor’s Room, we share the content you submit and relevant context only with editors/reviewers to provide feedback. Submitted materials are treated as confidential within the review process.
C) Public Content You Choose to Publish
If you publish manga or post publicly, some information becomes visible to others (e.g., your creator name, profile, published works, and public interactions). You control what you publish.
D) Legal, Safety, and Rights
We may disclose information if we believe it’s reasonably necessary to:
- comply with law, regulation, or legal process
- protect the safety, rights, and property of users, our company, or the public
- prevent fraud, abuse, or security incidents
6) Data Retention
We keep information only as long as needed to:
- provide the Services and fulfill your requests
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- maintain security and prevent abuse
Retention periods vary by data type (account, submissions, support logs, purchase records, etc.).
7) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8) Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- access, correct, or delete your personal information
- object to or restrict certain processing
- request a copy/portability of certain data
- withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
You can request these by contacting us at: support@sourceofmanga.com.
Marketing Opt-Out
If we send marketing emails, you can opt out via the unsubscribe link (where applicable).
9) International Users
Your information may be processed in countries other than where you live. When required, we use appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.
10) Children / Minors (Needs discussion)
Source? is designed for a broad audience, but our Services are not intended for children under 13 without appropriate consent where required by law. If you believe a minor has provided personal data without proper consent, contact us and we will take appropriate action.
11) Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party sites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12) Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will update the “Last Updated” date and, where required, provide additional notice.
13) Contact Us
Support: [support@sourceofmanga.com]
Business: [collab@sourceofmanga.com]
14) Disputes and Policy Enforcement
We want to resolve concerns fairly and quickly. If you have a privacy concern, please contact us first and we’ll try to address it.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, issues related to this Privacy Policy or privacy practices may be handled under the dispute resolution procedures set out in our Terms of Service, including any informal resolution steps and other process requirements. Where allowed, this may include individual (non-class) resolution procedures.