# Privacy Policy

**Effective date:** October 9, 2025

**App:** DM Coach  
**Company:** DM Coach  
**Contact:** info@dmcoach.live

> This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. DM Coach is an AI-powered dating coach that helps users improve their messaging skills through personalized conversation practice and feedback.

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## 1) Data we collect

### a) Account Information

* **What:** When you sign in, we collect:
  * **Apple Sign-In:** Unique Apple identifier, name (optional), and email (optional)
  * **Google Sign-In:** Google account identifier, name, and email
  * **Anonymous:** Anonymous identifier only (no personal information)
* **Why:** To create your profile, prevent abuse, and maintain your coaching history and subscription status.

### b) Profile Images (Optional)

* **What:** Profile pictures you choose to upload for AI personality simulation
* **Why:** To create more realistic AI conversation partners based on visual cues
* **Processing:** Images are processed on-device and sent to our AI service only for personality analysis. We do not store or share your images beyond this purpose.

### c) Conversation Data

* **What:** Your messages, AI responses, personality assessments, and coaching feedback
* **Why:** To provide personalized AI coaching, track your progress, and improve our service
* **Storage:** All conversation data is stored securely and associated with your account

### d) Usage Analytics

* **What:** Non-identifying app usage data including:
  * Feature usage patterns
  * Session duration and frequency
  * Error logs and performance metrics
  * Device type and app version
* **Why:** To improve app performance, fix bugs, and understand user preferences

### e) Subscription Data

* **What:** Purchase history, subscription status, and payment information (processed by Apple/Google)
* **Why:** To manage your Pro subscription and provide premium features
* **Note:** We do not store payment details directly - these are handled by Apple/Google

> We do **not** sell personal data. We do not collect contacts, location data, or advertising identifiers.

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## 2) How we use your data

* **Core Service:** Provide AI-powered dating coaching and conversation practice
* **Personalization:** Create customized AI conversation partners based on your preferences
* **Progress Tracking:** Save your coaching history and feedback for learning purposes
* **Subscription Management:** Maintain your Pro subscription status and features
* **Service Improvement:** Analyze usage patterns to enhance the app experience
* **Security:** Prevent abuse, fraud, and maintain service integrity

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## 3) AI Processing and Third-Party Services

### OpenAI Integration

* **What:** Your messages and conversation context are sent to OpenAI for AI response generation
* **Why:** To provide realistic AI conversation partners and coaching feedback
* **Data Shared:** Message content, personality profiles, and conversation context
* **Retention:** OpenAI may retain data according to their privacy policy for service improvement

### Content Moderation

* **What:** All user messages are checked for inappropriate content
* **Why:** To maintain a safe and respectful coaching environment
* **Process:** Basic content filtering is performed before AI processing

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## 4) Legal bases (EEA/UK)

If you are in the EEA/UK, our legal bases under GDPR/UK‑GDPR include:

* **Performance of a contract:** Operating the coaching service and managing your account
* **Legitimate interests:** Service improvement, security, and abuse prevention
* **Consent:** Optional profile image uploads (you can skip this feature)

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## 5) Sharing and disclosure

We may share limited data with:

* **Service providers:**
  * **Firebase** (Google) for authentication, data storage, and backend functions
  * **OpenAI** for AI conversation generation and coaching feedback
  * **Apple/Google** for subscription and payment processing
* **Legal compliance:** If required by law or to protect user safety
* **Business transfers:** In case of merger or acquisition (with user notification)

We do not share data with advertising networks or third parties for marketing purposes.

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## 6) Data retention

* **Account data:** Kept while your account is active
* **Conversation history:** Retained for coaching progress and learning purposes
* **Subscription data:** Kept for billing and service management
* **Analytics:** Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
* **Account deletion:** When you delete your account, we remove personal data within 30 days (some anonymized analytics may remain)

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## 7) Your choices

* **Account deletion:** Delete your account and all associated data through the app settings
* **Data export:** Contact us to request a copy of your data
* **Profile images:** Skip the optional profile upload feature
* **Subscription:** Cancel your subscription through Apple/Google settings
* **Communication:** Unsubscribe from emails using provided links

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## 8) Children's privacy

DM Coach is **not intended for children under 13** (or older where local law requires). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us immediately.

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## 9) Security

We implement reasonable security measures including:
* Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
* Secure authentication through Apple/Google
* Regular security updates and monitoring
* Limited access to personal data

No system is 100% secure, and you use the app at your own risk.

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## 10) International transfers

Your data may be processed on servers located outside your country (including the United States). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

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## 11) Changes to this policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes to the app or legal requirements. Material changes will be posted in-app with a new effective date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

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## 12) Contact

For questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your rights:
* **Email:** info@dmcoach.live
* **Website:** https://dmcoach.live/
* **Data deletion requests:** Include "Data Deletion Request" in the subject line
* **Privacy questions:** Include "Privacy Policy Question" in the subject line

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*Last updated: October 9, 2025*
