Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 7/20/2025
Last Updated: 7/20/2025

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how Auldus, LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you use the Auldus Dreams mobile application, associated services, and any related digital platforms (collectively, the "Service"). This Policy applies to all users, visitors, and others who access or use the Service.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect several categories of information to provide, improve, and maintain our Service:

Personal Information You Provide:

Account registration information (email address, username, password)
Profile information and preferences
Dream content, descriptions, and journal entries
Personal experiences and related information
Communications with our support team
Feedback, reviews, and survey responses

Automatically Collected Information:

Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
IP address and general location data
Usage data and analytics (app interactions, features used, session duration)
Crash reports and performance data
Network information and connection details

Research and Analytics Data:

Aggregated dream patterns and content analysis (with PII removed)
Timestamp data for dream submissions and app usage
IP-based geolocation for demographic analysis
User engagement metrics and behavioral analytics
Feature usage statistics and performance metrics

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our Service
Personalization: To customize your experience and provide relevant content
Communication: To send you updates, notifications, and support messages
Research and Development: To conduct research on dream patterns and user behavior
Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our Service
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats

RESEARCH DATA USAGE
You acknowledge and consent that we may use certain data for research purposes, including:

Academic research on dream patterns and user behavior
Development of new features and capabilities
Publication of aggregated, anonymized research findings
Collaboration with research institutions and partners
Improvement of dream interpretation algorithms

All research data is processed in accordance with applicable privacy laws. Personally identifiable information is removed or anonymized before any research analysis is conducted.

INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our Service
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Research Partners: With research institutions for academic studies (anonymized data only)
Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. 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 data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy. Research data may be retained indefinitely in anonymized form. You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and operational requirements.

YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request access to your personal information
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt-out: Opt out of certain data processing activities
Complaints: Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect Service functionality.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at the address provided in our Terms of Service or through the contact information available on our website.

By using the Auldus Dreams application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.