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Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 13, 2026

SuperPals ("we", "our", "us") operates the SuperPals mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your phone number through Firebase Authentication. This is used to identify your account and save your progress.

Voice & Speech Data

SuperPals allows you to talk to your pet using your device's microphone. Speech is converted to text using the built-in speech recognition provided by Apple (iOS) or Google (Android). Speech processing may occur on your device or on Apple's/Google's servers, depending on your device and OS settings. We do not record or store your audio. The resulting text transcription is sent to our AI service to generate your pet's response (see "AI-Powered Conversations" below).

AI-Powered Conversations

Your pet's responses are generated using Google's AI services (Gemini). When you send a message to your pet — whether typed or spoken — the message text, your pet's name, and recent conversation context are sent to Google AI to generate a response. No audio, phone number, or account credentials are sent to the AI service. Google's AI services process this data in accordance with Google's AI Terms.

Location Data

With your explicit permission, we may collect approximate location data to enable features like finding nearby pets for playdates. Location data is only accessed when you grant permission and is not shared with third parties for their own purposes.

Usage Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymous usage data such as screen views and interaction patterns. This helps us understand how the App is used and improve the experience. We do not collect advertising identifiers (IDFA/GAID).

Crash Reports & Diagnostics

We use Firebase Crashlytics to collect crash reports and performance data. This may include device model, OS version, and app state at the time of a crash. This helps us identify and fix bugs.

Push Notifications

If you opt in to push notifications, we collect a device token (a unique identifier for delivering notifications to your device). This token is stored in Firebase Cloud Messaging and is not used for advertising or tracking.

Game Data

Your pet's state, conversations, inventory, and in-app activity are stored in Firebase Firestore to provide the game experience and sync across your devices.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the SuperPals experience
  • Authenticate your identity and secure your account
  • Generate your pet's AI-powered responses
  • Save your progress and sync across devices
  • Send push notifications about your pet's activity (with your permission)
  • Monitor app stability and fix crashes
  • Understand usage patterns to improve the App

Legal Basis for Processing (EEA/UK Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, we process your data under the following legal bases:

  • Contract performance — account creation, game data storage, and core App functionality
  • Consent — microphone access, speech recognition, push notifications, location data, and sending conversation data to AI services
  • Legitimate interest — analytics, crash reporting, and App security

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time through your device settings or by contacting us. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing performed before withdrawal.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to operate the App:

  • Firebase (Google) — authentication, database, analytics, crash reporting, push notifications, and hosting. Firebase Privacy Policy.
  • Google AI (Gemini) — powers your pet's conversations. Message text and conversation context are sent to Google's AI services. Google AI Terms.
  • Apple / Google Speech Services — on-device and/or cloud-based speech recognition, governed by Apple and Google privacy policies respectively.

International Data Transfers

Your data is processed and stored on servers operated by Google (Firebase) in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, your data will be transferred to the US for processing. Google maintains appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses where required.

Data Sharing & Sale

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not share your data for cross-context behavioral advertising. Data is shared with the third-party service providers listed above solely to operate the App.

Advertising

SuperPals does not display advertisements. We do not collect or share advertising identifiers.

Data Retention

We retain your account and game data for as long as your account is active. Analytics data is retained for up to 14 months. Crash data is retained for up to 90 days. When you delete your account, we delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

Data Deletion

You can delete your account and all associated data directly from within the App. If you are unable to access the App, you may also request deletion by contacting us at hello@superpals.app. We will process email deletion requests within 30 days.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction — request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion — request deletion of your data (available in-app or via email)
  • Portability — request your data in a portable format
  • Restrict processing — request that we limit how we use your data
  • Object — object to processing based on legitimate interest
  • Withdraw consent — withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@superpals.app. We will respond within 30 days. If you are in the EU/EEA and believe your rights have not been addressed, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Children's Privacy

SuperPals requires users to be 13 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has created an account, please contact us and we will delete the account and associated data.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy in the App or on this page with an updated date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at hello@superpals.app.