Last revised: May 27, 2025
Contact Email: admin@babelon.ai
Welcome to Babelon(“we”, “our”, or “us”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile and web applications (collectively, the “App”). By using Babelon, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Account Information
- Email address, username/display name.
- Age (to enforce our 13+ policy; during closed testing, access is restricted to users aged 18+).
b. User-Generated Content
- Stories, posts, comments, bookmarks, and highlights you create.
c. Usage Data
- Reading history, time spent in-app, likes, shares, and interaction events.
- Crash logs and performance metrics.
d. Device & Technical Data
- Device model, OS version, unique device identifiers (e.g., IDFA/AAID).
- IP address, app version, and locale settings.
e. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Session cookies and local storage for authentication and app functionality.
- Third-party analytics tools (e.g., Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel).
Note: Please refer to their respective privacy practices.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide, maintain, and improve Babelon.
- To personalize content recommendations.
- To analyze usage and improve performance.
- To communicate with you regarding support or service updates.
- To enforce our Terms and comply with legal obligations.
3. Data Sharing & Disclosure
- Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, and support providers may process data on our behalf.
- Other Users: Public stories and comments may be visible to other users.
- Legal Requests: Data may be disclosed in response to lawful requests by public authorities.
- Business Transfers: In case of a merger or acquisition, your data may be transferred under equivalent protections.
4. Data Retention
- Account data: Retained until account deletion, then securely deleted within 12 months.
- Analytics data: Anonymized after 24 months.
- Crash logs: Retained for 90 days.
5. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Request a copy of your data.
- Withdraw consent where applicable.
- Opt-out of non-essential communications.
To exercise any rights, contact us at admin@babelon.ai.
6. Children’s Privacy
- Babelon is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
- During closed testing, access is restricted to users 18+.
- We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
7. Security Measures
- Data encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest (AES-256).
- Role-based access control for internal systems.
- Regular security reviews and vulnerability scans.
8. International Data Transfers
- Data may be processed and stored in the UAE and other jurisdictions where our service providers are located.
- We implement appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), for international transfers.
9. In-App Disclosure & Policy Link
- A link to this policy is available in:
- App Store / Play Store listings.
- App Settings or About screen.
10. Closed Testing Program
- Babelon is currently in a closed testing phase.
- Access is limited to invited testers through approved channels (e.g., TestFlight, Google Play testing).
- Data collected during this phase is used solely to improve the app.
- Testers agree to this policy and any additional terms communicated during onboarding.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Significant changes will be notified via the app or by email. Continued use after such updates indicates acceptance.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, email us at admin@babelon.ai.