Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 9, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Aetris. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

By using Aetris, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

2. Data Controller

Aetris is the data controller responsible for your personal data. We determine how and why your personal data is processed.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Account Information

• Email address — used for authentication and account recovery (via Supabase Auth)
• User ID — automatically generated unique identifier
• Account creation date — timestamp of registration

3.2 Owner Profile Data

• Name (optional)
• Birth date (day, month, year) — for astrological calculations
• Zodiac sign (calculated from birth date)

3.3 Pet Information

• Pet name, species, breed
• Birth date (approximate if unknown) — for astrological profile
• Behavioral traits (playfulness, anxiety, aggression, etc.) — self-reported ratings
• Astrological profile (sun / moon / rising signs, AI-generated descriptions)
• Optional photos uploaded by you

3.4 Behavioral Tracking Data

• Behavior logs (type, intensity, description, timestamp)
• Correlated moon phase data (automatically calculated)
• Behavior patterns and AI-generated insights

3.5 Usage and Technical Data

• Device information (type, operating system, app version)
• App usage statistics (features accessed, frequency)
• Error logs and crash reports via Firebase Crashlytics
• Authentication tokens (securely stored, never shared)

3.6 Oracle Cards and Cosmic Insights

• Daily oracle cards pulled (card ID, timestamp, AI-generated meaning)
• User preferences (notification settings, appearance)
• Grimoire collection (history of oracle cards)

4. How We Use Your Information

• Provide Services — generate astrological profiles, behavioral insights, and personalized recommendations
• AI Processing — send pet data to Google Gemini AI for astrological analysis (anonymized where possible)
• Improve App — analyze usage patterns and crash reports to enhance features and stability
• Security — authenticate users, prevent fraud, and protect against abuse
• Communication — send important updates and notifications (with your consent)
• Legal Compliance — comply with applicable laws and respond to legal requests

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We use the following trusted third-party services:

• Supabase (Database & Authentication) — stores your account data, pet profiles, and behavior logs. GDPR and SOC 2 Type II compliant.
• Google Gemini AI (Content Generation) — processes pet behavioral data to generate astrological insights. Data sent to Gemini is minimized and pseudonymized. Google's AI privacy policies apply.
• Firebase Crashlytics (Crash Reporting) — collects crash logs and diagnostics to help us fix bugs. Google's privacy policies apply.
• RevenueCat (Subscription Management) — manages premium subscriptions and purchase history. RevenueCat's privacy policy applies.

We do NOT:

• Sell your personal data to third parties
• Share your data for advertising or marketing purposes
• Use your pet photos for any purpose beyond displaying them in your account

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS / TLS)
• Secure authentication with JWT tokens via Supabase Auth
• Row Level Security (RLS) — each user can only access their own data
• Crash monitoring via Firebase Crashlytics
• Passwords are never stored in plain text

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

• All personal data, pet profiles, and behavior logs are permanently deleted
• Deletion occurs immediately and cannot be undone
• Some anonymized analytics data may be retained for app improvement
• Legal compliance data may be retained for specified periods where required by law

8. Your Privacy Rights

• Right to Access — request a copy of your personal data (Settings → Download My Data)
• Right to Rectification — correct inaccurate data through the App
• Right to Erasure — delete your account and all associated data (Settings → Delete Account)
• Right to Restrict Processing — limit how we use your data (contact us)
• Right to Data Portability — export your data in JSON format (Settings → Download My Data)
• Right to Object — object to processing of your data for certain purposes

GDPR (EU/EEA Users): You have additional rights under GDPR. Contact us to exercise these rights.

CCPA (California Users): California residents have rights under CCPA including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales. We do not sell data.

9. Children's Privacy

Aetris is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored and processed in different countries where our service providers operate (including the United States). We ensure adequate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and use of certified cloud providers.

11. Local Storage

Our mobile app uses local storage (AsyncStorage) to store:

• Authentication tokens (for keeping you logged in)
• User preferences (theme, notifications)
• Cached data for offline access

This data is stored locally on your device and is not accessible to third parties. You can clear it by uninstalling the app or clearing app data in device settings.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice in the App or sending an email notification, and updating the "Last Updated" date above.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@aetris.app
• Via the App: Settings → Support

We will respond within 30 days in accordance with applicable data protection laws.