Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 05th July 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to AIPhoneBook! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application ("App") and related services ("Services"). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
By using AIPhoneBook, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information:
When you use our Services, we may collect the following types of personal information:
- Name and Contact Details: This includes your name, email address, phone number, and other contact information that you provide when registering or using the Services.
- Profile Information: Information you provide during registration or account setup, such as your profile picture, username, and other account-related details.
- Social Media Accounts: If you choose to connect your social media accounts (e.g., Apple, Google, Facebook, LinkedIn) to AIPhoneBook, we may collect information from those accounts, including your public profile information, email address, and other details associated with your social media profiles.
- Authentication Data: Information related to your login methods, authentication tokens, and other data necessary for secure access to the Services.
2.2 Usage Information:
We may collect information about how you interact with the App and Services, including:
- Device Information: This includes the type of device you use, its operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
- App Usage Data: Information about your interactions with the App, such as the features you use, the pages you visit, and the duration of your sessions.
- Log Information: This includes log files, IP addresses, and other network and connection information that helps us troubleshoot and improve the Services.
2.3 Location Information:
With your consent, we may collect and process information about your device's precise location. You can opt-out of sharing this information at any time through your device settings.
2.4 Contacts Information:
With your permission, we may access and collect information from your device's contact list to enhance your experience with the Services, such as for contact management and communication features.
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services:
- To create and manage your account, provide you with access to the App, and deliver the Services you request.
- To personalize your experience, including displaying your contacts, facilitating communication, and providing tailored content and recommendations.
- To improve and optimize the functionality of the App, including conducting analytics, debugging, and testing new features.
3.2 For Authentication and Security:
- To authenticate your identity and enable secure login using third-party services like Apple, Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Firebase.
- To detect, prevent, and respond to fraud, unauthorized access, security incidents, and other harmful activities.
3.3 Communication:
- To send you important updates, notifications, and promotional materials related to the Services.
- To respond to your inquiries, support requests, and feedback, and to provide customer service.
3.4 Legal Compliance:
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, and governmental requests.
- To enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements, and to protect our rights, property, and the safety of our users and the public.
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 With Your Consent:
We may share your information with third parties when you have provided your explicit consent to do so.
4.2 With Service Providers:
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in providing and improving the Services. These service providers may include cloud storage providers, analytics companies, customer support services, and marketing partners. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and only use it for the purposes for which it was shared.
4.3 For Legal Reasons:
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order, subpoena, or other legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
4.4 In the Event of a Business Transfer:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of all or part of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
5. Third-Party Services
Our App may integrate with third-party services (e.g., Apple, Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, Firebase) for authentication and other functionalities. These third-party services are not controlled by us and are subject to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these services to understand how your information is collected, used, and shared.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
6.1 Cookies:
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information when you use the App. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit a website or use an app. They help us remember your preferences, track your interactions with the App, and improve your experience.
6.2 Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the App and cannot be turned off. They help with tasks like logging in and navigating the App.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use the App, such as which pages you visit most often, to help us improve performance and user experience.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the App to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features, such as personalized content and language settings.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver relevant ads to you and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
6.3 Managing Cookies:
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the App.
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure storage, and access controls. However, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
8. Data Processing Agreements
We have data processing agreements in place with our service providers to ensure that they process your personal information in compliance with applicable data protection laws. These agreements specify the purposes for which the data may be processed, the security measures that must be implemented, and the rights of the data subjects.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your country of residence, including the United States, where our servers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence. We take appropriate steps to ensure that your information is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
10. Your Rights and Choices
10.1 Access and Correction:
You have the right to access and update your personal information at any time through your account settings.
10.2 Data Portability:
You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
10.3 Deletion:
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information. We will delete your data upon request unless we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory reasons.
10.4 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications:
You may opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the instructions in the communication or by updating your preferences in your account settings.
10.5 Revoke Consent:
You can revoke your consent for the collection and processing of your information at any time. However, this may limit your ability to use certain features of the App and Services.
10.6 Object to Processing:
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, including when we process your data for direct marketing purposes.
10.7 Restriction of Processing:
You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data or object to its processing.
11. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We may also retain your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, and other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website or through the App. Your continued use of the Services after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: support@aiphonebook.app
This Privacy Policy is intended to provide transparency about our data practices and to give you control over your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your data is handled securely and responsibly.