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🔒 Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 3, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Ant Pool ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our decentralized expense-sharing application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Email Address: When you sign up via Firebase Authentication (Google Sign-In or Email/Password)
• Nickname: Your chosen display name within groups
• Wallet Address: Your Ethereum wallet address (for Blockchain mode)
• Group Information: Names, descriptions, and metadata of groups you create or join
• Expense Data: Descriptions, amounts, and participants of shared expenses

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent (via Google Analytics)
• IP Address: For security and fraud prevention
• Cookies: See our Cookie Policy below

2.3 Blockchain Data

• Public Blockchain Records: Transactions on Base L2 are permanently public and immutable
• Smart Contract Interactions: All on-chain actions are publicly visible
• Wallet Balances: Publicly available on the blockchain

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the Ant Pool service
• Authenticate your identity and secure your account
• Process expense sharing and group management
• Send notifications about group activities (with your consent)
• Improve our services and develop new features
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure security
• Analyze usage patterns (anonymized data)

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Firebase Realtime Database

Your account information, group data, and expense records are stored securely in Firebase Realtime Database (Google Cloud infrastructure). Data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest.

4.2 Non-Custodial Design

We never have access to your private keys or cryptocurrency funds. Your wallet is controlled entirely by you via MetaMask or other Web3 wallet providers.

4.3 Security Measures

• Industry-standard encryption (TLS 1.3)
• Firebase Authentication security rules
• Regular security audits of smart contracts
• Limited data retention (see Section 8)

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 We DO NOT Sell Your Data

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

5.2 Service Providers

We share data with trusted service providers:

• Firebase/Google Cloud: Authentication and database hosting
• Google Analytics: Usage analytics (anonymized)
• Base L2 Network: Blockchain transactions (public by design)

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request.

5.4 Within Groups

Your nickname, wallet address, and expense contributions are visible to other members of groups you join.

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 GDPR Rights (European Users)

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Delete your account and data
• Right to Restriction: Limit how we process your data
• Right to Portability: Export your data in JSON format
• Right to Object: Opt-out of certain data processing

6.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

• Know what personal data we collect
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt-out of data sales (we don't sell data)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

6.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

Email us at dcarloabad@gmail.com with your request. We'll respond within 30 days.

7. Cookies and Tracking

7.1 Essential Cookies

• Firebase Session: Keep you logged in
• localStorage: Dark mode preference, language settings

7.2 Analytics Cookies

• Google Analytics: Track page views and feature usage (can be opted out)

7.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage cookie preferences via our Cookie Consent banner or your browser settings.

8. Data Retention

• Active Accounts: Data stored indefinitely while account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Data purged within 90 days of deletion request
• Blockchain Data: Permanent and immutable (cannot be deleted)
• Backup Data: Deleted within 180 days

9. Children's Privacy

Ant Pool is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you're a parent and believe your child has used our service, contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to servers in the United States (Google Cloud/Firebase). We ensure adequate protection through:

• Google's EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework certification
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Encryption in transit and at rest

11. Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to external websites (e.g., blockchain explorers). We're not responsible for their privacy practices.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We'll notify you via:

• In-app notification
• Email (for material changes)
• Updated "Last Updated" date at the top

13. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us:

• Email: dcarloabad@gmail.com
• Address: CP 01430, Álvaro Obregón, Ciudad de México, Mexico

14. Disclaimer of Liability

Blockchain Risks: Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible. Lost private keys cannot be recovered. Smart contract bugs may result in loss of funds. Use at your own risk.

Beta Software: This application is in beta testing. While we implement security best practices, we cannot guarantee 100% security or uptime.

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