Introduction
Welcome to Ponix. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
By using Ponix, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Username, display name, profile picture, and bio when you create or update your profile
- Content: Videos, captions, hashtags, and comments you post on the platform
- Communications: Messages and feedback you send to us
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the app, including videos viewed, likes, favorites, and shares
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version
- Local Storage: User preferences and app settings stored locally on your device
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our service
- To display your profile and content to other users
- To enable social features like following, liking, and commenting
- To moderate content and enforce our community guidelines
- To process in-app purchases for virtual coins
- To improve user experience and app functionality
- To communicate with you about service updates
- To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
Data Storage
Most of your data is stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms:
- User preferences and settings
- Liked and favorited videos
- Following and blocked users lists
- Virtual coin balance
- Uploaded video files and thumbnails
This local storage approach means your data remains on your device and is not transmitted to external servers unless explicitly required for app functionality.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Public Content: Videos, comments, and profile information you choose to make public are visible to other users
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the app (e.g., payment processors for in-app purchases)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Content Moderation
To maintain a safe community, we implement content filtering and moderation:
- Uploaded videos are marked as "under review" before being published
- Automated filters check captions and comments for inappropriate content
- Users can report content that violates our guidelines
- Users can block other users to control their experience
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your information:
- Access: View your profile and content at any time
- Edit: Update your profile information, display name, and bio
- Delete: Remove your uploaded videos or delete your account entirely
- Control: Choose who you follow, block users, and manage your privacy settings
- Opt-out: Uninstall the app to stop data collection
In-App Purchases
Ponix offers virtual coins for purchase through the App Store. These transactions are processed by Apple, and we do not store your payment information. Virtual coins are used to boost video visibility and are non-refundable once purchased.
Children's Privacy
Ponix is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: support@Ponix.com