# Privacy Policy for Privix
This Privacy Policy applies to the Privix mobile application (collectively, the "Application"), operated by AniRed ("Service Provider", "we", "us", or "our").
Privix is designed as a privacy-focused messaging application. This policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you use the Application.
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### 1. Information Collection and Use
For the Application to function and provide secure messaging, we collect the following user-provided information:
- **Account Information:** Username, email address, and authentication credentials required to create and manage your account.
- **Messages and Media:** Text messages, voice notes, photos, and files sent between users. Messages are encrypted to protect privacy.
- **Device & Notification Identifiers:** Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) tokens required to deliver real-time push notifications to your device.
We do **not** use tracking cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party advertising trackers.
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### 2. Third-Party Services
The Application utilizes trusted third-party service providers to support underlying infrastructure:
- **Supabase:** Used for secure user authentication, database management, and file storage.
- **Google Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM):** Used solely to deliver push notifications for incoming messages.
These third-party service providers process data strictly on our behalf and in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
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### 3. Data Retention and Account Deletion
- **Message & Account Data:** Your personal information and account data are retained for as long as your account remains active.
- **Data Deletion:** You have the right to request the deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time. You can request account deletion directly within the Application settings or by contacting the Service Provider at **anirudhsomsagar84@gmail.com**.
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### 4. Data Security
We implement physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your information, including encrypted data transmissions and secure database access controls.
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### 5. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may disclose information only:
- As required by applicable law, subpoena, or legal process.
- When necessary in good faith to protect our rights, user safety, or respond to official government requests.
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### 6. Children's Privacy
The Application is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
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### 7. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding privacy or data protection while using Privix, please contact us at:
**Email:** anirudhsomsagar84@gmail.com
*Effective Date: August 2, 2026*