Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 8, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Simple Rizz. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and use when you use our mobile application.

Simple Rizz is operated by Seungho Choi ("we," "our," or "us"). By using Simple Rizz, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

Account Information:

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Apple ID authentication token (if using Apple Sign In)
  • User-created username or display name (if applicable)

User Content:

  • Journal entries and reflections about your social interactions
  • Text you submit for AI coaching and feedback
  • Responses to onboarding questions
  • Goals and focus areas you set
  • Any other content you voluntarily submit through the app

Communications:

  • Messages you send to our support team
  • Feedback and survey responses
  • Reviews and ratings

Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data:

We collect information about how you interact with our app, including:

  • Features you use and actions you take
  • Pages or screens you view
  • Time spent on different sections
  • Button clicks and navigation patterns
  • Session duration and frequency
  • Daily mission completion data
  • Streak and progress information

Device Information:

  • Device type and model
  • Operating system version
  • Unique device identifiers
  • Mobile network information
  • App version
  • Language preferences
  • Time zone settings

Analytics Data:

  • App performance metrics
  • Crash reports and diagnostic information
  • Error logs and debugging information
  • Feature usage statistics
  • User flow and interaction patterns

How We Use Your Information

To Provide Core App Functionality:

  • Create and manage your user account
  • Authenticate your identity and secure your account
  • Process and analyze your journal entries
  • Generate personalized AI coaching feedback
  • Track your progress and skill development
  • Provide daily missions and challenges tailored to your level
  • Display your usage statistics and achievement streaks
  • Deliver video tutorials and educational content

To Improve Our Services:

  • Analyze app usage patterns to understand user behavior
  • Identify bugs, errors, and technical issues
  • Improve app performance and user experience
  • Develop new features and functionality
  • Optimize AI coaching algorithms
  • Conduct research and analysis to enhance our services

To Communicate With You:

  • Send important service announcements and updates
  • Respond to your support requests and inquiries
  • Send educational content and tips (if you opt in)
  • Notify you of new features or improvements
  • Request feedback about your experience

To Ensure Security and Compliance:

  • Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • Enforce our Terms of Service
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect the rights and safety of our users
  • Maintain system security and integrity

Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

We work with trusted third-party service providers to deliver our services. Your data may be shared with:

OpenAI:

  • We send your journal entries to OpenAI's GPT-4 API to generate personalized coaching feedback
  • OpenAI processes this data to provide AI responses but does not use it to train their models (per their API data usage policy)
  • OpenAI's privacy policy applies to data processed through their services
  • Learn more at: https://openai.com/privacy

Mixpanel (Analytics):

  • We use Mixpanel to analyze app usage and user behavior
  • Mixpanel collects usage events, device information, and user interactions
  • This helps us understand how users engage with the app and improve our services
  • Mixpanel's privacy policy applies to data they collect
  • Learn more at: https://mixpanel.com/legal/privacy-policy

Heroku (Infrastructure):

  • We use Heroku (a Salesforce company) for backend infrastructure and data storage
  • Your account data and journal entries are stored on Heroku's secure servers
  • Heroku's privacy policy and security measures apply
  • Learn more at: https://www.salesforce.com/company/privacy

Vimeo (Video Hosting):

  • Tutorial videos are hosted on Vimeo
  • When you watch videos, Vimeo may collect viewing data
  • Vimeo's privacy policy applies to video playback
  • Learn more at: https://vimeo.com/privacy

Apple (Authentication):

  • If you use Sign In with Apple, Apple provides authentication services
  • We receive only the information you authorize Apple to share
  • Apple's privacy policy applies to their authentication services
  • Learn more at: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not share your data with advertisers or data brokers. We only share data with service providers necessary to operate the app, and they are contractually required to protect your information.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Account Data:

  • We retain your account information and journal entries as long as your account is active
  • If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days
  • Some data may be retained longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes (e.g., resolving disputes, preventing fraud)

Usage and Analytics Data:

  • Aggregated and anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely for research and service improvement
  • Individual usage data linked to your account will be deleted when you delete your account

Backup Data:

  • Deleted data may persist in backup systems for up to 90 days before permanent deletion

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access:

You can access your personal data at any time through the app settings. You can view your journal entries, account information, and usage statistics within the app.

Correction:

You can edit or update your account information and journal entries directly in the app.

Deletion:

You can request deletion of your account and all associated data by:

  • Using the "Delete Account" option in app settings
  • Contacting us at schowy1@gmail.com
  • We will process deletion requests within 30 days

Data Portability:

You can request a copy of your data in a portable format by contacting us at schowy1@gmail.com. We will provide your data in JSON or CSV format within 30 days.

Opt-Out of Communications:

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking "unsubscribe" in any email or adjusting your notification preferences in app settings. You cannot opt out of essential service communications.

Opt-Out of Analytics:

While we don't currently offer an opt-out for analytics tracking, we only use analytics to improve the app experience and do not use this data for advertising or tracking across other apps.

Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it:

  • Encryption: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard TLS/SSL protocols
  • Secure Storage: Your data is stored on secure servers with restricted access
  • Authentication: We use secure authentication mechanisms to protect your account
  • Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to user data, and only when necessary for support or maintenance
  • Regular Security Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Simple Rizz is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at schowy1@gmail.com, and we will delete such information from our systems.

Due to the mature nature of social skills and dating content, the app is rated 18+ on the App Store.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

Our servers are located in the United States (Heroku infrastructure). If you are accessing the app from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

By using Simple Rizz, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we or our service providers operate.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you through the app or via email if the changes are significant
  • Provide you with an opportunity to review the updated policy

Your continued use of Simple Rizz after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
  • Right to request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at schowy1@gmail.com.

European Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Our legal basis for processing your data includes:

  • Consent: For AI processing of journal entries and personalized coaching
  • Contract Performance: To provide the app services you've signed up for
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and ensure security

To exercise these rights, contact us at schowy1@gmail.com.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: schowy1@gmail.com

Mailing Address:
Seungho Choi
Buil-ro 203
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 7 business days.

For data deletion requests or exercising your privacy rights, please allow up to 30 days for processing.

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