This Advertising & Monetization Policy outlines how TickleByte generates revenue, displays advertisements, and handles monetization features. By using the app, you acknowledge and agree to this policy.

1. Free & Paid Model

  • TickleByte is free to use with advertisements.
  • Users have the option to purchase a premium subscription to remove ads and access additional features.
  • Subscriptions are managed through the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

2. Advertisements & Third-Party Ad Networks

  • TickleByte displays advertisements from Google AdMob and other third-party networks.
  • Ads may appear as:
    • Banner Ads – Displayed at the top or bottom of the screen.
    • Interstitial Ads – Full-screen ads shown between content interactions.
    • Rewarded Ads – Optional ads where users can watch to unlock special content.
  • Advertisements will be displayed to all free users, including in NSFW content sections.
  • Advertisers determine whether their ads appear in NSFW categories based on their content policies.

3. Personalized Ads & Data Collection

  • Google AdMob may collect device identifiers and behavioral data for personalized ad targeting.
  • Users can manage ad preferences by:
    • Disabling personalized ads in Google/Apple ad settings.
    • Using third-party opt-out mechanisms provided by Google.
  • TickleByte does not sell or trade user data with advertisers.

4. Premium Subscription & Ad-Free Experience

  • Users can subscribe to remove advertisements and unlock additional features.
  • Subscription benefits may include:
    • Ad-free browsing experience.
    • Early access to new joke categories.
    • Exclusive content or premium joke collections.
  • Subscription payments are processed via Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

5. Refund & Cancellation Policy

  • All transactions are handled through Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
  • Refund requests are subject to our Refund & Subscription Policy at ticklebyte.app/refund-policy.
  • Users can cancel their subscription at any time via:

6. Ad Placement & User Experience

  • Ads are designed to be non-intrusive and comply with Google AdMob policies.
  • We do not allow ads that:
    • Promote illegal, misleading, or fraudulent content.
    • Contain excessive violence, hate speech, or explicit adult content.
    • Are disruptive or degrade the user experience.

7. Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

  • This policy complies with:
    • Google Play Developer Policies.
    • Apple App Store Guidelines.
    • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
    • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act).
  • Users in regions with strict privacy laws may be shown non-personalized ads by default.

8. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

  • This policy is governed by the laws of Gurgaon, Haryana, India.
  • Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.
  1. Changes to This Policy
  • We may update this policy periodically.
  • Users will be notified of significant changes through in-app notifications or updates on ticklebyte.app.

10. Contact Information

For inquiries about this policy, contact:

By using TickleByte, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Advertising & Monetization Policy.