No Account Required

Use Aiko without creating an account. No email or personal info needed.

Encrypted & Secure

All data transmitted using HTTPS encryption with secure server infrastructure.

No Ads for Paying Users

Make any purchase and ads are automatically disabled forever.

No Audio Storage

Voice input is transcribed and immediately deleted. Audio never stored.

Introduction

Welcome to Aiko AI Companion. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your information.

Information We Collect

Device & Usage Information

Device Identifiers Unique device ID, Firebase ID, Ad ID
Device Information Model, OS version, app version
Approximate Location Country/city from IP (not GPS)
App Interactions Features used, session duration

Conversation Data

Chat Messages Your messages & AI responses
Conversation History Stored locally & on servers for research
Interaction Patterns How you interact with Aiko

Performance & Diagnostics

Crash Logs Via Firebase Crashlytics
Performance Metrics Load times, response times
Error Reports Non-fatal errors & diagnostics

Purchases (If Applicable)

Purchase History In-app purchases made
Transaction IDs For purchase verification

What We DON'T Collect

Personal Identity No names, emails, or phone numbers
User Accounts No registration or login required
Precise Location No GPS or fine location
Audio Recordings Voice transcribed & deleted
Payment Info Handled by Google Play

How We Use Your Information

App Functionality

  • Provide AI companion conversations
  • Maintain conversation context
  • Track relationship progression
  • Process voice input (transcription only)
  • Manage Action Points & purchases

Analytics & Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns
  • Improve AI response quality
  • Debug issues and fix crashes
  • Optimize app performance
  • Conduct game research

Personalization

  • Customize AI responses
  • Remember your preferences
  • Adapt Aiko's personality
  • Track your progress
  • Enhance user experience

Security & Compliance

  • Detect and prevent fraud
  • Monitor for inappropriate content
  • Ensure app stability
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Protect user safety

Information Sharing & Disclosure

We share your information only in these specific situations:

Third-Party Services

Firebase

Analytics & Crashlytics

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Google Play

Payment Processing

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OpenAI

AI Processing

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AdMob

Advertising (Free Version)

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Data Security

HTTPS Encryption

All data transmitted using secure HTTPS/TLS encryption protocols.

Secure Infrastructure

Protected servers with strict access controls and monitoring.

No Sensitive Data

We don't store personal identifiable information or payment details.

Regular Updates

Security audits and updates to maintain protection standards.

Your Rights & Choices

Data Deletion

Delete local data by uninstalling the app, or email us to request server data deletion.

Data Access

Request a copy of your data by contacting us via email.

Ad-Free Experience

Make any purchase to permanently disable all advertisements.

Data Correction

Request correction of any inaccurate information we have about you.

Response Time: We respond to all data requests within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Age Restriction

Aiko AI Companion is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our app, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside of your country of residence.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
  • Posting a notice in the app for significant changes
  • Sending you a notification if we have your contact information

Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Legal Compliance

GDPR Compliant
CCPA Compliant
Google Play Compliant

Contact Us

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

Email

samhoustone.ca@gmail.com

Website

samhoustone.com