Do Privacy and Cookie Policies Apply to In-App Services?

Yes, privacy and cookie policies do apply to in-app services. If an app collects, processes, or shares personal data, it must comply with privacy laws like GDPR, CCPA, and CalOPPA. These regulations require apps to have a privacy policy explaining how user data is collected, used, and stored. Additionally, app stores such as Apple and Google require that apps include a privacy policy in their listings.

Apps also need to be transparent about accessing device data, such as contacts or photos, and must inform users before installation. Features that involve data collection should not be enabled by default, ensuring compliance with data protection laws like the UK GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive.