Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Mera Dost Ai

Effective Date: April 12, 2025

Welcome to Mera Dost Ai. Your privacy important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Mera Dost Ai ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide core functionality and enhance your experience:Personal Data You Provide Profile Image You may choose an image from your device to set as your profile picture. This image is only used locally within the app and is not uploaded or stored on our servers.

Chat Input

When you type a message into the chat, it is securely sent to OpenAI's ChatGPT API for processing. We do not store or share these messages.

Device Permissions

The app requests access to your gallery or storage to allow profile image selection. It requires an internet connection to function.

We do not access your contacts, location, messages, or any other sensitive information.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

Display your selected profile image locally.

Process your text input and return AI-generated responses.

Ensure the app runs smoothly and reliably.

We do not collect analytics, track users, or sell personal data to third parties.

Technologies and Services We Use

Third-Party Services We use OpenAI (ChatGPT API) to generate AI responses based on your text input. You can read OpenAI’s privacy policy at https://openai.com/policies/privacy-policy.

Libraries and SDKs Used

To support app features, we include the following libraries:

OkHttp – Network requests

JSON.org – JSON parsing

Picasso – Image loading

CircleImageView – Displaying profile images

Android Jetpack Libraries – UI and functionality support

These libraries do not collect personal information.

Permissions We Request

To operate properly, the app requests the following Android permissions:

INTERNET – To communicate with OpenAI’s servers.

READ_MEDIA_IMAGES / READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – To allow profile image selection from your gallery. We only access what is necessary and do not scan or upload any files.

Data Storage and Retention

We do not store any user data on our servers. All interactions are processed temporarily via secure APIs. Images and chat history remain only on your device.

Children’s Privacy

Mera Dost Ai is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

Your Consent

By using the app, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. Please check back regularly to stay informed.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, feedback, or concerns about this policy, feel free to contact us:

📧 Email: info@mmubeentechnologies.com