Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 13, 2025

1. Introduction

Aflao ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use the Aflao Wallet mobile application ("App").

By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information stored locally on your device:

• Wallet addresses (Hedera/Aflao account IDs)
• Encrypted private keys (secured with your PIN)
• Transaction history cache
• App preferences and settings

We do NOT collect or store:

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone)
• Location data
• Device identifiers for tracking
• Your private keys on our servers (they never leave your device unencrypted)
• Browsing history or app usage analytics

3. How We Use Information

The information stored on your device is used solely to:

• Display your wallet balance and account information
• Process transactions that you initiate
• Secure your wallet with PIN protection
• Show your transaction history

4. Data Storage and Security

All sensitive data is:

• Stored locally on your device only
• Encrypted using industry-standard AES-256 encryption
• Protected by your personal PIN code
• Never transmitted to our servers in unencrypted form

Your private keys are encrypted before storage and are only decrypted temporarily in memory when you authorize a transaction.

5. Third-Party Services

Our App interacts with the following external services:

• Aflao Network (Blockchain) - To broadcast transactions and query account balances. Only your public wallet address is shared with the network.
• Aflao Backend API - To facilitate account creation and balance queries. No personal information is collected.

We do not use third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties. The only data shared externally is:

• Your public wallet address (when making transactions on the blockchain)
• Transaction details (which are publicly visible on the blockchain by design)

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Export your private key at any time for backup purposes
• Delete all app data by uninstalling the application
• Use your wallet elsewhere - Your private key works with any compatible wallet
• Control your data - All data is stored locally and under your control

8. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. Cryptocurrency and financial applications involve risks that are not suitable for minors.

9. International Users

Our App may be used globally. By using the App, you consent to the processing of your information as described in this policy, regardless of your location.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top
• Notifying you through the App (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Data Retention

Since all data is stored locally on your device:

• Data persists until you uninstall the App or clear app data
• We have no ability to access or delete your data remotely
• Blockchain transactions are permanent and cannot be deleted

12. Security Measures

We implement the following security measures:

• AES-256 encryption for private key storage
• PIN-based access control
• No cloud backup of sensitive data
• Secure communication with backend services

13. Contact Us

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

• Email: support@aflao.org
• Website: https://aflao.org