Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 30, 2026

1. Introduction

Dotty Widget ("Dotty", "we", "us", or "our") operates a mobile application that allows users to share photos, write diary entries, communicate with friends, and interact with content (the "Services").

We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data, as well as your rights regarding your data.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data from you directly, automatically, and from third parties.

2.1 Data You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email, profile photo, login credentials.
• User Content: Photos, videos, diary entries, posts, messages, reactions, and related metadata.
• Contacts: With your permission, we access your contacts to help you connect with friends.
• Support Data: Information you provide when contacting support.
• Payment Information: Processed by third-party providers. We do not store full payment details.
• Sensitive Permissions: Camera, photos, and contacts are accessed only with your explicit consent.

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

• Device Information: Device type, OS, IP address, identifiers, language.
• Usage Data: App activity, session duration, features used.
• Location Data: We may infer general location (e.g., city/region) from IP. We do not collect precise location without consent.
• Analytics Data: We use analytics tools to understand usage and improve the Services.

2.3 Third-Party Data

• Social media platforms (if you interact with our pages).
• Contact information shared by other users (with permission).

2.4 Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze usage. You can control tracking preferences via your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Data

• Provide and operate the Services
• Enable sharing, messaging, and personalization
• Connect you with friends
• Improve performance and user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Provide customer support

3.1 Legal Basis

• Contract: To provide app functionality
• Consent: For camera, contacts, marketing
• Legitimate Interests: Improve service, security
• Legal Obligations: Compliance with laws

4. How We Share Data

• Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, messaging services
• Advertising Partners: Where applicable
• Legal Authorities: When required by law

User Content

Content you share (photos, posts, messages) may be visible to others and stored on their devices. We cannot guarantee deletion from other users’ devices.

You are responsible for the content you share.

Account Suspension

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate our Terms of Service or applicable laws.

5. Your Rights

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your account and data
• Withdraw consent
• Request data export (where applicable)

To exercise your rights, contact us via email. We aim to respond within 30 days.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside your country, including Vietnam and the United States. We take reasonable steps to protect your data during such transfers.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect such data.

8. Data Retention

• Account data: retained while account is active
• User content: retained until deleted
• Logs: retained for a limited time for security

We may retain data longer if required by law or to resolve disputes.

9. Security

We use security measures such as encryption, access controls, and monitoring systems to protect your data.

No system is completely secure. In case of a data breach, we will take appropriate actions and notify users if required by law.

10. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will take effect when posted.

12. Contact

• Application: Dotty Widget
• Operator: Dotty Widget (Vietnam)
• Email: contact@toicontre.net

For users in the European Union and the United Kingdom, we strive to comply with applicable data protection laws. You may contact us regarding your data rights using the information above.