Last updated: September 21, 2025

1. Introduction

Shadø ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered keyboard application ("the App").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Text Input Data

To provide AI-powered writing assistance, we may process the text you input while using the keyboard. This includes:

Text you type for rephrasing or rewriting
Content submitted for grammar checking
Text sent for tone adjustment or style changes
Messages processed for smart suggestions

2.2 Usage Information

We may collect information about how you use the App, including:

Feature usage patterns
App performance data
Crash reports and error logs
User preferences and settings

2.3 Device Information

We may collect certain device information, including:

Device model and operating system version
App version and unique installation identifiers
Language and locale settings

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide and improve AI-powered writing assistance
Process text for rephrasing, grammar checking, and other features
Enhance app performance and user experience
Develop new features and capabilities
Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
Provide customer support and troubleshooting

4. Data Processing and AI Services

Our AI features require processing your text input through machine learning models. This processing may occur on your device or on our secure servers. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data during processing.

Important: We do not permanently store your personal messages or typed content. Text processing is performed on a temporary basis solely to provide the requested AI assistance.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our App and providing AI services
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
Safety and Security: We may share information to protect the safety and security of our users or prevent fraud

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication measures
Secure server infrastructure

7. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Text input data is processed temporarily and not permanently stored. Usage and diagnostic data may be retained for longer periods to improve our services.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

Access: Request information about the data we collect
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your information
Opt-out: Disable certain features or data collection through app settings

9. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Third-Party Services

Our App may use third-party services for analytics, crash reporting, or AI processing. These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our website or app support channels. We will respond to your inquiries promptly and work to address any concerns you may have.