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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

AppLaunch Wiki ("we," "us," "our," or "AppLaunch Wiki Inc.") operates the AppLaunch Wiki mobile application and related services (collectively, the "App" or "Services"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, process, and safeguard your personal information when you use our App.

By using AppLaunch Wiki, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information in connection with the Services we provide, including:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our App, you may provide us with:

  • Identity Information: Name, username, date of birth, gender
  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number, mailing address
  • Account Credentials: Username, password, security questions
  • Profile Information: Profile picture, bio, preferences, interests
  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, billing address (processed through secure payment processors)
  • Payment information
  • Preferences and settings
  • User-generated content
  • Communications: Information you provide when contacting customer support or participating in surveys
  • User-Generated Content: Photos, videos, comments, reviews, and other content you submit through the App

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

We automatically collect certain information when you access or use the App:

  • Device Information:
  • Device type, model, and manufacturer
  • Operating system and version
  • Unique device identifiers (UDID, IDFA, GAID, Advertising ID)
  • Device settings and configurations
  • Mobile network information
  • Screen resolution and display settings

  • Usage Information:
  • Features and pages accessed
  • Time spent on pages and features
  • Click and interaction data
  • Search queries within the App
  • App version and session information
  • Frequency and duration of use

  • Location Information:
  • Precise geolocation (GPS coordinates) with your explicit permission
  • Approximate location derived from IP address
  • Location-tagged content you create

  • Log and Analytics Data:
  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Timestamps of activities
  • Crash reports and error logs
  • Performance and diagnostic data
  • Referring/exit pages

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
  • Cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies
  • Mobile advertising identifiers
  • Local storage and cache data

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

  • Social Media Platforms: When you connect your social media accounts (Facebook, Google, Apple), we receive information such as your name, email, profile picture, and friend lists according to your privacy settings
  • Analytics and Advertising Partners: Demographic data, interest-based information, and behavioral insights
  • Payment Processors: Transaction confirmation and payment verification
  • Public Databases: Publicly available information to verify your identity or prevent fraud
  • Business Partners: Information from partners who offer co-branded services or engage in joint marketing activities

2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our Services and fulfill our contractual obligations to you
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as improving our Services, preventing fraud, and ensuring security
  • Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent for specific processing activities (e.g., marketing communications, location tracking)
  • Legal Obligations: Processing necessary to comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Vital Interests: Processing necessary to protect your vital interests or those of another person

You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent as the legal basis.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision and Management

  • Provide, maintain, and operate the App and its features
  • Create and manage user accounts
  • Authenticate users and maintain security
  • Process transactions and manage subscriptions
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Personalize your experience and content
  • Personalize your experience
  • Provide customer support
  • Send promotional communications (with your consent)

3.2 Communication

  • Send transactional emails (account verification, password resets, receipts)
  • Send service-related notifications and updates
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Conduct surveys and gather feedback

3.3 Analytics and Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns and trends
  • Conduct research and development
  • Test new features and improvements
  • Monitor and analyze App performance
  • Debug and fix technical issues
  • Generate aggregated, anonymized statistics

3.4 Advertising and Marketing

  • Display personalized advertisements
  • Measure advertising effectiveness
  • Conduct targeted marketing campaigns
  • Retarget users across platforms
  • Track conversions and attributions

3.5 Security and Compliance

  • Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Verify user identity and prevent unauthorized access
  • Enforce our Terms of Service and policies
  • Comply with legal obligations and requests
  • Protect our rights, property, and safety
  • Conduct audits and maintain records

3.6 Business Operations

  • Facilitate mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • Manage business relationships with partners
  • Maintain business records and analytics
  • Exercise or defend legal claims

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers and Business Partners

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf:

  • Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
  • Analytics providers (Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude)
  • Customer support platforms (Intercom, Zendesk)
  • Marketing and advertising partners (Google Ads, Facebook Ads / Meta Pixel)
  • Email service providers (SendGrid, Mailchimp)
  • Content delivery networks (CDN providers)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Analytics and Advertising Partners

We share information with analytics and advertising partners to:

  • Analyze user behavior and App performance
  • Deliver personalized advertisements
  • Measure marketing campaign effectiveness
  • Conduct market research

4.3 Social Media Platforms

When you choose to connect your social media accounts or share content on social platforms, we share information according to your privacy settings on those platforms.

4.4 Legal Requirements and Protection of Rights

We may disclose your information:

  • To comply with laws, regulations, court orders, or legal processes
  • To respond to government or law enforcement requests
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
  • To investigate and prevent fraud, security issues, or technical problems
  • To enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
  • In connection with legal claims, disputes, or litigation

4.5 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice on our App before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.6 Aggregated and De-Identified Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you, for any purpose including research, marketing, and analytics.

4.7 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent or at your direction.

We Do Not Sell Your Personal Information: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for monetary consideration. This includes compliance with California's "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" requirement.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

5.1 Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest (AES-256)
  • Secure authentication protocols and password hashing
  • Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
  • Regular security testing and vulnerability assessments
  • Secure coding practices and code reviews

5.2 Organizational Safeguards

  • Access controls and role-based permissions
  • Employee training on data protection and privacy
  • Confidentiality agreements with employees and contractors
  • Incident response and data breach procedures
  • Regular security audits and compliance reviews

5.3 Limitations

Despite our efforts, no security measures are 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activities under your account.

If you become aware of any unauthorized access or security breach, please contact us immediately at support@applaunch.wiki.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our Services and maintain your account
  • Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
  • Comply with legal, regulatory, tax, or accounting requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

6.1 Retention Periods

  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period afterward (typically 90 days after account deletion)
  • Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
  • Log Data: Retained for 12-24 months
  • Marketing Data: Retained until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
  • Legal and Compliance Data: Retained as required by applicable laws

After the retention period, we will delete or anonymize your information in accordance with applicable laws.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Receive a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Request transfer of your information to another service provider (data portability)

7.2 Correction and Updates

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
  • Update your profile and account settings

7.3 Deletion and Erasure

  • Request deletion of your personal information ("right to be forgotten")
  • Delete your account through the App settings

7.4 Objection and Restriction

  • Object to certain processing of your information (e.g., direct marketing)
  • Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
  • Opt-out of targeted advertising

7.5 Withdraw Consent

  • Withdraw consent for processing based on consent at any time
  • Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Revoke permissions (e.g., location access) through device settings

7.6 Automated Decision-Making

  • Not be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing that significantly affect you
  • Request human review of automated decisions

7.7 Complaint to Supervisory Authority

If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7.8 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

  1. In-App: Use the privacy settings and account management features
  2. Email: Contact us at support@applaunch.wiki
  3. Website: Visit our privacy portal at https://applaunch.wiki/privacy

We will respond to your request within:

  • 30 days (GDPR/UK GDPR)
  • 45 days (CCPA), with possible 45-day extension
  • As required by applicable law

We may require identity verification before processing your request to protect your privacy and security.

8. Children's Privacy

AppLaunch Wiki is not intended for, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from, children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@applaunch.wiki.

If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as possible.

8.1 Age Verification

We may implement age verification mechanisms to prevent underage access. If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the App.

9. International Data Transfers

AppLaunch Wiki operates globally, and your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.

9.1 Transfer Mechanisms

We ensure appropriate safeguards for international data transfers:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): We use European Commission-approved SCCs for transfers from the EEA/UK
  • Adequacy Decisions: We rely on adequacy decisions where applicable
  • Data Processing Agreements (DPAs): We enter into DPAs with service providers that include appropriate safeguards
  • Privacy Shield Replacement Mechanisms: We comply with post-Privacy Shield requirements

9.2 Cross-Border Transfer Consent

By using our App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

10.1 Right to Know

You have the right to request:

  • Categories of personal information collected
  • Categories of sources from which information is collected
  • Business or commercial purpose for collecting information
  • Categories of third parties with whom we share information
  • Specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you

10.2 Right to Delete

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

10.3 Right to Correct

You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information.

10.4 Right to Opt-Out

  • We do not "sell" or "share" your personal information as defined by the CCPA
  • You have the right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
  • To opt-out, visit our privacy portal or email support@applaunch.wiki

10.5 Right to Limit Sensitive Personal Information

You have the right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information to that which is necessary to provide our Services.

10.6 Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights, including by:

  • Denying goods or services
  • Charging different prices or rates
  • Providing different quality of services

10.7 Authorized Agent

You may designate an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf. We may require verification of your identity and your agent's authority.

10.8 California Shine the Light Law

California residents may request information about disclosures of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. We do not share personal information with third parties for their own direct marketing purposes without your consent.

11. Nevada Privacy Rights

Nevada residents have the right to opt-out of the sale of certain personal information to third parties. We do not sell your personal information as defined under Nevada law. If you have questions, contact us at support@applaunch.wiki.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights:

12.1 Data Controller

AppLaunch Wiki Inc. is the data controller for the personal information we collect through the App.

12.2 Your Rights

  • Right of access, rectification, and erasure
  • Right to restriction of processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
  • Right not to be subject to automated decision-making

12.3 Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer:

  • Email: dpo@applaunch.wiki
  • Address: 123 Main Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States

12.4 EU Representative

If required, our EU Representative can be contacted at: [EU Representative Contact Information]

13. Other Regional Privacy Rights

13.1 Brazil (LGPD)

Brazilian residents have rights under the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), including access, correction, deletion, and portability rights.

13.2 Australia (Privacy Act)

Australian residents have rights under the Privacy Act 1988, including access to and correction of personal information.

13.3 Canada (PIPEDA)

Canadian residents have rights under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

13.4 Other Jurisdictions

Residents of other jurisdictions may have additional rights under applicable local privacy laws. Contact us to learn more about your specific rights.

14. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.

15. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of every website and service you interact with.

15.1 Third-Party Integrations

  • Social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
  • Analytics services (Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude)
  • Advertising networks

These third parties may collect information about your activities across different websites and services. Refer to their privacy policies for more information.

16. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will:

  • Notify affected users without undue delay
  • Notify relevant supervisory authorities as required by law
  • Provide information about the nature of the breach, potential consequences, and mitigation measures
  • Take steps to prevent future breaches

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

17.1 Notification of Changes

We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending an email notification to registered users
  • Displaying an in-app notification
  • Obtaining your consent if required by law

17.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of the App after the effective date of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree with the changes, please stop using the App and delete your account.

18. Contact Us

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

Email: support@applaunch.wiki

Address: 123 Main Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States

Website: https://applaunch.wiki

Phone: [Phone Number]

Data Protection Officer: dpo@applaunch.wiki

Response Time: We will respond to your inquiry within 48-72 hours for general inquiries and within the time period required by applicable law for formal requests.

Acknowledgment: By using AppLaunch Wiki, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

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