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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 9, 2026 | Last Updated: January 9, 2026

Welcome to Oyster AI ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and use when you use our mobile application Oyster AI (the "App") and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our Services:

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we automatically collect certain information:

1.3 Information from Third-Party Services

If you choose to link third-party accounts or use third-party authentication (such as Sign in with Apple), we may receive basic profile information as permitted by your privacy settings on those services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

2.2 To Communicate With You

2.3 For Security and Compliance

3. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

Important: We share your data with third-party service providers to deliver our Services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.1 OpenAI (AI Processing)

We use OpenAI's API to power our AI features, including conversation analysis, message generation, and communication insights. When you use these features:

3.2 Google Firebase

We use Google Firebase for backend services, including:

Firebase's data practices are governed by the Firebase Privacy Policy and Google Privacy Policy.

3.3 Apple

For iOS users, Apple may collect certain information:

Apple's privacy practices are described in their Privacy Policy.

3.4 Other Disclosures

We may also share your information:

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

Data Type Retention Period
Account Information Until account deletion + 30 days
Uploaded Screenshots Processed and stored until you delete them or your account
Conversation Data Until you delete them or your account
Communication DNA Profile Until account deletion
Usage Analytics Aggregated data retained for up to 26 months
Support Communications Up to 3 years after resolution

After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your data. Some information may be retained longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as resolving disputes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to access your personal information and request a copy of your data in a portable format.

6.2 Correction

You can update or correct your account information at any time through the App settings.

6.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data. To delete your account:

Or contact us at [email protected]

6.4 Opt-Out of Analytics

You can limit data collection by adjusting your device settings or contacting us to opt out of certain analytics.

6.5 Communication Preferences

You can opt out of promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email or adjusting your notification settings.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] or submit a request through the App.

8. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

8.1 Legal Bases for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

8.2 Your GDPR Rights

8.3 International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States and other countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

9. Children's Privacy

Age Restriction: Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 years of age.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete that information.

Given the nature of our Services (dating and messaging assistance), we require all users to be at least 18 years old. By using our Services, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our mobile App may use the following technologies:

You can manage tracking through your iOS device settings under Privacy & Security > Tracking.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

Privacy Inquiries

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

Email: