Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 24, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Anon ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data with transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.
2. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from and about users of our Service:
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and a password. We do not collect or store your real name unless you choose to provide it.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the Service, including the messages you send (which are automatically analyzed by our AI for moderation purposes), the rooms you create or join, and other interactions with the Service.
- Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our Service, including device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
- Log Data: Our servers automatically record information when you use our Service, including your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time and date of your visit.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
- Process and complete transactions
- Send you technical notices, updates, security alerts, and support messages
- Analyze message content through our AI systems to detect and prevent harmful content such as cyberbullying, hate speech, and inappropriate content
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Protect our users and enforce our terms of service
4. Anonymity and Message Privacy
Anon is designed to provide anonymous communication. While we do collect account information, we do not link your real identity to your messages or activities within Anon Rooms. Messages sent within the Service are analyzed by our AI moderation system before delivery, but we do not store message content longer than necessary for providing the Service.
Please note that room administrators and moderators may have access to additional information about room participants, though this does not include real identities unless voluntarily disclosed by users.
5. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors, service providers, contractors, or agents who perform services for us or on our behalf.
- For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information where required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
- To Protect Rights: We may disclose your information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Anon, our users, or others.
- Business Transfers: In connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business.
- With Your Consent: We may share your information with your consent or at your direction.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information. However, please understand that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Your Choices and Rights
You have several choices regarding the information you provide to us:
- Account Information: You can review and change your account information by logging into your account settings.
- Marketing Communications: You can opt out of marketing-related emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in any marketing email we send.
- Cookies: Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject cookies.
- Account Deletion: You can delete your account at any time through the account settings. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your account information.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our servers.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@anonapp.com