privacy_policy.txt

> effective_date: 2025-10-19

> introduction

memes2apps ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our platform.

> 1. information_we_collect

1.1 information_you_provide

account_information: username (ticker), PIN (hashed), email (optional)
profile_information: name, photo, bio, custom fields
content: posts, images, videos, messages you create or upload
payment_information: processed securely by Square (we do NOT store credit card numbers)

1.2 information_we_collect_automatically

usage_data: pages visited, features used, time spent on platform
device_information: browser type, operating system, IP address
blockchain_data: wallet addresses, transaction history (public on blockchain)
cookies: we use cookies to maintain your session and remember preferences

> 2. how_we_use_your_information

we use your information to:

provide and improve our services
authenticate your account and maintain security
process payments and transactions
communicate with you about your account
display your profile and content to other users
generate AI-powered features (if you use AI tools)
comply with legal obligations

> 3. how_we_share_your_information

3.1 information_we_share

public_profile: your name, photo, bio, and posts are visible to anyone who visits your app
blockchain_data: wallet addresses and transactions are publicly visible on the blockchain
payment_processors: we share necessary payment info with Square to process transactions
ai_services: if you use AI features, we send prompts to OpenAI (subject to their privacy policy)

3.2 information_we_do_not_share

your PIN (stored as a secure hash, never shared)
your private keys (encrypted and only accessible with your PIN)
private messages (unless required by law)
payment card numbers (handled directly by Square)

> 4. data_security

we implement security measures to protect your data:

encryption: PINs are hashed with bcrypt; private keys are encrypted
https: all data transmission uses SSL/TLS encryption
access_controls: only authorized personnel can access user data
regular_audits: we review security practices regularly

however: no system is 100% secure. you are responsible for keeping your PIN confidential. if your PIN is compromised, unauthorized access to your funds is possible.

> 5. your_privacy_rights

depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

access: request a copy of your personal data
correction: update incorrect or outdated information
deletion: request deletion of your account and data
data_portability: export your data in a machine-readable format
opt_out: unsubscribe from marketing emails

> 6. cookies_and_tracking

we use cookies to:

keep you logged in
remember your preferences
analyze site traffic and usage

you can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.

> 7. third_party_services

we integrate with third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

square: payment processing (see Square Privacy Policy)
openai: AI features (see OpenAI Privacy Policy)
solana: blockchain transactions (public ledger)

> 8. childrens_privacy

memes2apps is not intended for children under 13 (16 in the EU). we do not knowingly collect data from children. if we discover a child's account, we will delete it.

> 9. international_users

memes2apps is based in the United States. if you use our platform from outside the US, your data will be transferred to and stored in the US. by using memes2apps, you consent to this transfer.

> 10. data_retention

active_accounts: we retain data while your account is active
deleted_accounts: data is deleted within 90 days of account deletion
blockchain_data: transactions on the blockchain are permanent and cannot be deleted
legal_holds: we may retain data longer if required by law

> 11. changes_to_this_policy

we may update this Privacy Policy at any time. continued use of memes2apps after changes constitutes acceptance. we will notify users of significant changes via email or in-app notification.