Privacy Policy for MindDuel

Last updated: December 2025
Developer: Serdar Yalkabov
Contact: yalkabovserdar07@gmail.com

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how MindDuel (“the App”) collects, uses, and protects your information. By using the App, you agree to the practices described here.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

To create and manage your account, we collect:
- Email address
- Password

Your password is encrypted and not stored in readable form.

2.2 Voice Data (Audio Capture)

The App includes an AI-supported debating feature using voice recognition.

When you use voice input:
- The App captures microphone audio temporarily
- Audio is converted to text using speech-to-text technology
- We do not store raw audio files after processing
- Transcribed text is only used to generate AI debate responses

2.3 Usage and Device Data

We may collect limited information such as:
- Feature usage
- App performance metrics
- Device type, OS version, and anonymous identifiers

This helps us improve app functionality and stability.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:
- Create and manage user accounts
- Process voice input and generate AI debate responses
- Improve app functionality and performance
- Provide customer support
- Maintain app security and prevent misuse

We do not sell any user data.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited data with:
- Speech-to-text providers (for converting voice to text)
- AI model providers (for generating responses)
- Analytics services, if used
- Authorities, only when legally required

All third-party services access data only as needed for the App to function.
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your data, including encryption and secure storage.
Raw audio recordings are not retained unless necessary for troubleshooting and only with your permission.

6. Data Retention

We retain:
- Account information as long as your account is active
- Transcriptions only temporarily for AI processing
- No raw audio recordings

You may request account deletion at any time.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Request deletion of your account
- Update your account information
- Stop using the App at any time

Contact us at yalkabovserdar07@gmail.com to make a request.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through the App or via email.

9. Contact Information

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

Developer: Serdar Yalkabov
Email: yalkabovserdar07@gmail.com