Effective Date: April 4, 2025

Welcome to DroidCrunch! This Privacy Policy explains how DroidCrunch ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects information about users ("you") of our website, AI writing tools, applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

Your privacy is important to us. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Service.  

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our Service, process payments, manage accounts, run our affiliate program, and communicate with you. We collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide Directly:

Account Information: When you register, we collect information such as your name, email address, and password. Payment Information: When you subscribe to a paid plan, we collect payment details (like credit card information). This is typically processed securely by a third-party payment processor, and we usually only receive confirmation of payment and limited details. Content Inputs: We collect the text prompts, documents, or other information you input into the Service for the AI to process ("Inputs"). Affiliate Program Information: If you join our affiliate program, we collect information necessary to manage your participation, track referrals, and process payouts. Communications: If you contact us directly (e.g., for support), we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your messages. Information Collected Automatically:

Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with the Service, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, pages visited, features used, time spent on the Service, and referral URLs. Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies. See the "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section below. Information from Third Parties:

We may receive information from third-party payment processors confirming your subscription status. If you participate in the affiliate program, we may use third-party tools to track referrals.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes:

To Provide and Maintain the Service: Operate DroidCrunch features, authenticate users, process Inputs to generate Outputs. This involves processing your Inputs and Outputs, potentially through third-party AI providers like OpenAI, to deliver the core functionality of the Service. To Process Transactions: Manage subscriptions, process payments, and handle billing inquiries. To Manage Your Account: Create and manage your user account and affiliate account (if applicable). To Manage the Affiliate Program: Track affiliate performance, calculate commissions, and process payouts. To Improve Our Service: Analyze usage patterns to understand how users interact with DroidCrunch, troubleshoot issues, develop new features, and enhance usability. AI Model Training and Third-Party Service Improvement: We may use Inputs and Outputs to improve DroidCrunch and the underlying AI technologies. This includes sharing Inputs and Outputs with our essential AI technology partners, such as OpenAI, for the purposes of developing and improving their services, which includes training their AI models. While we aim for data minimization where possible, data shared for model training purposes may not always be anonymized or aggregated. Please be aware that data shared with partners like OpenAI will also be subject to their data use policies. [Consider adding user controls/opt-outs if feasible/required by law]. To Communicate With You: Send service-related announcements, updates, security alerts, support messages, and (with your consent where required) marketing communications. For Security and Fraud Prevention: Monitor for suspicious activity, prevent abuse, and protect the integrity of the Service. To Comply with Legal Obligations: Fulfill legal requirements, respond to lawful requests, and enforce our Terms of Service. 3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors performing tasks on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, data hosting, analytics, email delivery).   With AI Technology Partners: We share information, including your Inputs and Outputs, with essential AI technology partners, such as OpenAI, as necessary to provide the core AI functionality of the Service and for the service development and model training purposes described in Section 2. These partners are governed by their own privacy policies and data handling practices, which you should review. For Payment Processing: Sharing necessary information with payment processors. Affiliate Program: Sharing necessary information with affiliates regarding their own referral performance and for payout processing. For Legal Reasons: If required by law or to protect rights, safety, or investigate fraud. Business Transfers: If DroidCrunch is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. With Your Consent: For other purposes if we have your explicit consent. 4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures designed to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as necessary for the purposes outlined here, or as required by law. This includes maintaining your active account and for a reasonable period afterward for legitimate business needs or legal compliance.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. As DroidCrunch is based in India, your rights will be processed in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), where applicable, alongside other relevant international regulations depending on your location.  

7. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, preferences, and analytics. You can typically control cookies via your browser settings, but disabling them may affect Service functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information, including Inputs and Outputs shared with partners like OpenAI, may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside of India where our servers or service providers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws. We take appropriate measures (e.g., contractual clauses) to ensure your information receives adequate protection when transferred internationally.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date." Your continued use after changes signifies acceptance.  

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:  

DroidCrunch Gopal Nagar, Kanpur (208011) Uttar Pradesh, India Email: [email protected]