Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Drift ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and services (collectively, the "Service").

By using Drift, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, display name, avatar, bio, default identity preference
• Content: Messages in bottles, mood selections, tags, echoes (replies), resonance selections

2.2 Automatically Collected

• Device Info: Device type, OS version, app version, IP address, language, timezone
• Usage Data: Bottles cast/opened, matches, resonances, time spent in app

2.3 AI Processing

3. How We Use Your Information

• Authenticate your identity and secure your account
• Facilitate bottle matching between users
• Display bottles to potential matches
• Enable echoes between matched users
• Generate AI-powered resonance insights
• Improve our service and prevent abuse

4. Data Sharing

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4.2 Limited Sharing

• With Other Users: Your bottle content is shared with matched users based on your chosen identity mode
• Service Providers: Cloud hosting, email delivery (encrypted)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law

5. Identity and Anonymity

Anonymous Mode: Displayed as "Soul #[Number]" with 🦊 avatar. Your display name is hidden.

Named Mode: Displayed with your chosen name and avatar emoji.

You control your default identity in settings and can choose per bottle.

6. Data Security

• Encryption in transit (TLS 1.3)
• Encryption at rest (AES-256)
• Secure authentication protocols
• Regular security audits

7. Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format

How to Delete Your Account

You can delete your DriftMo account and all associated data through the following methods:

Method 1: In-App Deletion (Recommended)

1. Open the DriftMo app and log in to your account
2. Go to "Profile" → "Settings" → "Privacy Settings"
3. Tap "Delete Account"
4. Confirm deletion by entering the verification code sent to your email
5. Your account will be scheduled for deletion

Method 2: Email Request

1. Send an email to [email protected] with subject "Delete Account"
2. Include your registered email address in the message
3. We will send a verification code to your registered email for identity confirmation
4. Reply with the verification code to confirm deletion

What Happens When You Delete

• Immediately: Your account is deactivated and you will be logged out
• Within 30 days: All personal data is permanently deleted, including:
  • Account information (email, nickname, profile)
  • All bottles you've written
  • Match history and resonance data
  • Feedback history
• Retained (anonymized): Successfully matched bottle content may be retained in anonymized form to maintain other users' experience
• Server logs: System logs containing IP addresses are retained for 90 days for security purposes, then automatically deleted

Important Notes

• Account deletion is irreversible
• You must verify your identity to prevent unauthorized deletion
• If you have active matches, they will be archived

8. Data Retention

• Active accounts: Data retained while account is active
• Deleted bottles: Removed upon user request or account deletion
• Deleted accounts: Personal identifiers removed within 30 days

9. Children's Privacy

Drift is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

10. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to countries with different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you of changes by posting the new policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: