Your Privacy Matters to Us. At Vinty, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This policy explains our practices in detail.
1Introduction
Welcome to Vinty ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collected through our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").
By using Vinty, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you create an account or use our Service, we collect:
- Email Address - For account verification and communication
- Username - Your display name within the app
- Password - Encrypted and securely stored
- Profile Picture - Optional, if you choose to upload one
- Authentication Data - From Google Sign-In or Apple Sign-In if used
- Invite Code - Your unique referral code and codes you use
2.2 Usage Data
We automatically collect information about your activity:
- Ad Viewing History - Which ads you watched and when
- Mission Progress - Your mission completion status and achievements
- Badge Achievements - Badges you've unlocked
- Ticket Transactions - Earned tickets, spent tickets, and balance
- Gift Card Redemptions - Packages claimed and redemption history
- Login Activity - Login timestamps, streak counts, and session duration
- Referral Activity - Users you referred and referral rewards earned
- Leaderboard Ranking - Your position and performance metrics
2.3 Device and Technical Information
- Device Type - Phone model and manufacturer
- Operating System - iOS or Android version
- Device ID - Unique identifier for your device
- IP Address - For security and fraud prevention
- App Version - Version of Vinty you're using
- Browser Information - If accessing via web
- Network Information - Connection type and carrier
2.5 Information We Do NOT Collect
- ✅ We do NOT collect precise GPS location
- ✅ We do NOT access your contacts or photo library without permission
- ✅ We do NOT record audio or video
- ✅ We do NOT collect payment card information
3How We Use Your Information
3.1 To Provide and Improve the Service
- Operate and maintain your account
- Process ad views and award tickets
- Track mission progress and badge achievements
- Handle gift card redemptions and delivery
- Calculate and display leaderboard rankings
- Enable referral program functionality
- Send account verification emails
3.2 To Communicate With You
- Transactional Emails - Account verification, password resets, security alerts
- Notification Emails - Mission completions, badge unlocks, prize wins
- Promotional Emails - Special offers, new features (you can opt out)
- Support Communications - Responses to your inquiries
3.3 To Ensure Security and Prevent Fraud
- Detect and prevent abuse of the reward system
- Identify bot activity and automated farming
- Monitor for multiple accounts and referral fraud
- Enforce rate limits and cooldown periods
- Investigate suspicious activity
4How We Share Your Information
4.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Data
We will NEVER sell your personal information to third parties.
4.2 Service Providers
We share data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate:
- Cloud Hosting - Server infrastructure (AWS, Google Cloud, etc.)
- Authentication Services - Google Sign-In, Apple Sign-In
- Email Services - Transactional and notification emails
- Analytics Tools - Usage statistics and performance monitoring
- Gift Card Suppliers - For prize fulfillment
- Ad Networks - To serve advertisements
All service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and data protection requirements.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law or in response to:
- Valid legal processes (subpoenas, warrants, court orders)
- Government requests
- Enforcement of Terms of Service
- Protection against fraud or security threats
- Emergency situations involving safety
5Data Security
5.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption - AES-256-GCM for gift card codes, SSL/TLS for data in transit
- Password Hashing - bcrypt with salt for password storage
- Access Controls - Role-based access for admin functions
- Rate Limiting - Protection against brute force attacks
- Regular Security Audits - Ongoing monitoring and testing
- Secure Infrastructure - Firewalls, intrusion detection, secure databases
5.2 Your Responsibility
You are responsible for:
- Keeping your password confidential
- Using a strong, unique password
- Not sharing your account with others
- Logging out on shared devices
- Reporting suspicious activity immediately
5.3 Data Retention
- Active Accounts - Data retained while your account exists
- Deleted Accounts - Data permanently deleted within 30 days
- Legal Requirements - Some data may be retained longer if required by law
- Anonymized Data - May be retained indefinitely for analytics
6Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Update your profile and preferences
- View your ad history, missions, and transactions
Access via: App Settings → Account → Privacy
6.2 Data Deletion
You can request deletion of your account and data:
- In-app: Settings → Account → Delete Account
- Email: support@vinty.win with "Delete My Account"
- Data is permanently deleted within 30 days
Note: Deletion is irreversible and forfeits all tickets and rewards.
6.3 Marketing Opt-Out
You can control marketing communications:
- Email Promotions - Unsubscribe link in emails or Settings → Notifications
- Push Notifications - Device settings or Settings → Notifications
- Transactional emails (account verification, security alerts) cannot be disabled
6.4 Data Portability
You can request a copy of your data in machine-readable format (JSON/CSV):
- Email: support@vinty.win with "Data Export Request"
- Delivered within 30 days
7Cookies and Tracking Technologies
7.1 Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies - Required for login and security
- Analytics Cookies - Track usage patterns and performance
- Preference Cookies - Remember your settings
7.2 Third-Party Tracking
- Ad Networks - May use tracking pixels and device IDs
- Analytics Services - May collect anonymized usage data
- You can limit ad tracking in your device settings
8Children's Privacy
8.1 Age Requirement
Our Service is intended for users 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
8.2 Parental Consent
If you are under 18, you should have parental or guardian consent to use the Service.
8.3 If We Learn of Underage Users
If we discover that a user under 13 has provided personal information, we will:
- Delete the account immediately
- Remove all associated data
- Not use the information for any purpose
Parents can contact us at support@vinty.win to request deletion of their child's data.
9Changes to This Privacy Policy
9.1 Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date.
9.2 Notification
- Material changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
- You can review the policy anytime at vinty.win/privacy
10Contact Us
10.1 Privacy Questions
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy:
- Email: support@vinty.win
- Subject Line: "Privacy Inquiry"
- Response Time: Within 48 hours
10.2 Data Requests
For data access, correction, or deletion requests:
- Email: support@vinty.win
- Subject Line: "Data Request - [Type]"
- Response Time: Within 30 days
10.3 Security Issues
To report security vulnerabilities:
- Email: security@vinty.win
- Subject Line: "Security Issue"
- Response Time: Within 24 hours
Summary of Key Privacy Practices
| Practice | Details |
|---|---|
| Data Sale | We NEVER sell your data |
| Encryption | AES-256-GCM for sensitive data |
| Data Retention | Deleted within 30 days of account deletion |
| Age Requirement | 13 years or older |
| Marketing Opt-Out | Available in app settings |
| Data Export | Available upon request |
| Security | Industry-standard encryption and access controls |
| Third-Party Sharing | Only with service providers under agreement |
| Policy Changes | Notified via email for material changes |