Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Lyforge ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our life management application and services (the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using the Service:

• Account Information: Email address, username, password
• Profile Information: Name, age, location (optional)
• Life Blueprint Data: Goals, aspirations, current situation, challenges, and responses to onboarding questions
• Task Information: Daily tasks, completion status, reflections, and feedback
• User Content: Any text, notes, or other content you create within the Service

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Service, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, interaction patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, access times, error logs
• Analytics Data: Aggregated usage statistics and performance metrics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide the Service: Generate personalized life plans and daily tasks
• AI Processing: Use your input to train and improve our AI recommendations
• Personalization: Customize your experience based on your goals and progress
• Communication: Send service-related notifications and updates
• Analytics: Understand usage patterns and improve the Service
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. AI Processing and Data Usage

Lyforge uses artificial intelligence to generate personalized recommendations. Here's how your data is processed:

• Your life blueprint and task data are processed by AI models to generate personalized plans
• We may use anonymized and aggregated data to improve our AI algorithms
• Your personal information is never shared with AI providers in identifiable form
• AI-generated content is stored in our secure database for your access
• You can request deletion of your AI-processed data at any time

5. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party service providers to help us operate the Service:

5.1 Supabase (Database and Authentication)

• Used for: User authentication, data storage, and database management
• Data shared: Account information, profile data, user content
• Security: Industry-standard encryption and security measures

5.2 OpenAI (AI Processing)

• Used for: Generating life plans and task recommendations
• Data shared: Anonymized user input for AI processing
• Privacy: Subject to OpenAI's data usage policies

5.3 Payment Processors (Future)

• Used for: Processing subscription payments
• Data shared: Payment information (credit card, billing address)
• Note: We do not store payment card information on our servers

5.4 Analytics Services

• Used for: Understanding usage patterns and improving the Service
• Data shared: Anonymized usage data, device information
• Privacy: No personally identifiable information is shared

6. Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure backup and disaster recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Active Accounts: Data is retained while your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Most data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations
• Aggregated Data: Anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your information
• Objection: Object to processing of your information
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@lyforge.app

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and security
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use the Service
• Performance Cookies: Measure and improve Service performance

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Service functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

11. 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.

We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
• Ensuring third-party providers comply with applicable data protection laws
• Implementing appropriate technical and organizational measures

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

13. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal basis for processing: Consent, contract performance, legitimate interests
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Data Protection Officer contact: dpo@lyforge.app

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address
• Displaying a prominent notice within the Service

Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Us

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