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Privacy Policy

How KIRELAY collects, uses, and shares information, plus your choices.

Last updated 2025-01-12

Privacy overview

This policy is a template for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

This Privacy Policy explains how KIRELAY collects, uses, and shares information when you use the website, applications, and related services.

By using the service you agree to the collection and use of information described below.

1. Information we collect

We may collect different categories of information to keep the service running and secure.

1.1 Information you provide

  • Account information Email address or phone number, username or display name, and optional profile details such as your bio or avatar.
  • User content Stories, relay contributions, comments, and any other text you submit through the service.
  • Communication with us Messages sent to our team including support requests, feedback, or reports.

1.2 Information collected automatically

  • Usage data Pages or screens you view, features you use, and the time and duration of your sessions.
  • Device and technical data IP address, browser type and version, operating system, and device identifiers.
  • Cookies and similar technologies Tools that remember your preferences, keep you signed in, and help us understand how the service is used.

1.3 Information from third parties

  • Login providers you choose to use.
  • Analytics or anti-abuse partners that help prevent spam, fraud, or abuse.

2. How we use your information

Where required by law, we rely on contract performance, legitimate interests, legal obligations, or your consent.

  • Operate and provide the service Create and manage accounts, display stories and relay contributions, and enable interactions between users.
  • Maintain safety and integrity Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security incidents while enforcing our terms and community guidelines.
  • Improve the service Analyze usage trends, develop new features, and test user experience.
  • Communicate with you Send service-related notices, respond to questions or support requests, and provide updates where permitted.
  • Comply with legal obligations Respond to lawful requests, meet record-keeping requirements, and satisfy other regulatory needs.

3. Cookies and similar technologies

Cookies and comparable tools help keep you logged in, remember preferences, and measure traffic or usage patterns.

Your browser may allow you to refuse or delete cookies, but some features may not function properly afterward.

4. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information.

  • With service providers Trusted third parties for hosting, analytics, security, email delivery, or customer support, bound by confidentiality obligations.
  • For legal reasons When reasonably necessary to comply with law, enforce our policies, or protect rights, property, or safety.
  • Business transfers If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, subject to applicable laws.
  • With your consent For other purposes at your direction or with explicit approval.

5. Data retention

We retain personal information as long as needed to provide the service, fulfill the purposes in this policy, comply with legal requirements, and resolve disputes.

Aggregated or anonymized data may be retained for longer periods.

6. Data security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards help protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

7. Your rights and choices

  • Access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, and portability rights where available.
  • Certain requests can be handled in account settings; others can be sent to our contact email and may require verification.
  • You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.

8. Children’s privacy

The service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

If you believe a child under 13 has provided information, contact us so we can take appropriate action.

9. International data transfers

Information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries with different data protection laws than your own.

Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards for such transfers.

10. Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this policy and change the “Last updated” date, with additional notice where appropriate.

Continued use of the service after updates means you accept the changes.

11. Contact us

  • Email legal@Kirelay.app
  • Address 123 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
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