Privacy Policy

Introduction

Afterchains ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

By using Afterchains, 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 our service.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Phone number for SMS notifications
• Emergency contact information
• Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
• Files and documents you upload to our service

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our service, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Usage data (features used, time spent on service)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our service
• Process your transactions and send related information
• Send you check-in reminders via SMS
• Contact your emergency contacts when necessary
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Send you technical notices and security alerts
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• All data is encrypted in transit using SSL/TLS
• Files are stored securely using Appwrite's storage infrastructure
• We use industry-standard authentication and authorization mechanisms
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data by our employees

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

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Emergency Contacts: We share your files and information with your designated emergency contacts when triggered by our check-in system
• Service Providers: We use third-party services (Appwrite, Stripe, Twilio, Resend) to provide our service
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

Your Rights

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

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to:

• Comply with our legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, unless we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amounts of data that are sent to your browser from a website and stored on your device.

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information when it is transferred internationally.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@afterchains.com
• Website: https://afterchains.com