1. Introduction
Company Name: SMIBIZ Technologies LLP
Website: www.smibiz.app
Policy Scope: This policy applies to all apps, websites, and services operated by SMIBIZ Technologies LLP.
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
2. What Data We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Email address, age verification, display name
- Device Information: Device ID, operating system version, device model
- Usage Data: Session length, features used, conversation topics (anonymized)
- AI Training Data: Conversation logs (with explicit user consent and opt-out option)
- Location Data: Not collected unless explicitly stated
- Payment Data: Handled by Google Play/Apple App Store; we do not store card details
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- Provide and improve our AI companion services
- Enhance AI responses through model training (with consent)
- Detect and prevent abuse or policy violations
- Provide customer support
- Generate anonymous usage analytics
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account remains active
- Deleted Accounts: All data permanently deleted within 30 days
- AI Training Data: Conversation logs retained for up to 6 months for model improvement; users can opt-out anytime
- Backups: Security backups retained for up to 90 days
5. Data Security
- Encryption in Transit: All data encrypted using SSL/TLS
- Encryption at Rest: AES-256 encryption for stored data
- Access Control: Only authorized employees can access user data
- No Third-Party Sharing: We do not sell or share user data with third parties
- Regular Audits: Third-party security audits conducted annually
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
7. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your data
- Right to Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of AI training data usage
- Data Portability: Request your data in a standard format
To exercise these rights, email: legal@smibiz.app
8. Age Policy
- Our services are restricted to users 18 years of age or older
- Age is verified during account creation
- If a minor is detected, the account is immediately deleted
- We comply with Indian child protection regulations
9. Cookies and Tracking
- Session Cookies: Used for authentication only
- Analytics: Anonymous usage analytics via Google Analytics
- User Control: You can disable analytics in app settings
- No Tracking Ads: We do not use tracking pixels for advertising
10. Policy Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. When significant changes are made, we will notify users via email or in-app notification. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Legal Basis (GDPR)
- Legitimate Interest: Improving our services
- Consent: Explicit opt-in for marketing communications
- Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws
12. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries:
- Email: legal@smibiz.app
- Address: SMIBIZ Technologies LLP, West Bengal, India
- Response Time: 48 hours for privacy inquiries