Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Knitted Logic ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Astraea mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

By using Astraea, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account Information:

• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Display name (optional)

Birth Data:

• Date of birth
• Time of birth (optional)
• Place of birth (city, country)
• Geographic coordinates (derived from place of birth)

Chat Data:

• Messages you send to the AI astrologer
• AI responses generated for you

Purchase Information:

• Subscription status
• Purchase history
• Transaction identifiers (we do not store payment card details)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Device Information:

• Device type and model
• Operating system and version
• Unique device identifiers
• App version

Usage Data:

• Features accessed
• Time spent in the App
• Interaction patterns
• Crash reports and diagnostics

Location Data:

• We do not collect precise real-time location
• We only store the birth location you provide for chart calculations

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Authentication Providers:

If you sign in using Google or Apple, we receive:

• Email address
• Name (if provided)
• Unique identifier from the provider

We do not receive or store your password from these providers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide Core Services:

• Calculate your natal chart based on birth data
• Generate personalized horoscopes and readings
• Power AI chat responses tailored to your chart
• Send transit notifications and alerts

Manage Your Account:

• Create and maintain your account
• Process subscriptions and purchases
• Communicate with you about your account
• Provide customer support

Improve the App:

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features
• Fix bugs and technical issues
• Develop new features and content
• Conduct research and analytics

Communications:

• Send push notifications (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries
• Send important service updates

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We share data with third-party services that help us operate the App:

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to:

• Comply with applicable laws or legal processes
• Respond to lawful requests from public authorities
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions

4.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Where We Store Data

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by:

• Google Firebase (United States, European Union)
• Anthropic, PBC (United States), for AI features
• Amazon Web Services (United States), for text-to-speech

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses. Transfers to Anthropic are covered by the Standard Contractual Clauses in Anthropic's data processing addendum.

5.2 How We Protect Data

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL)
• Encryption of data at rest
• Secure password hashing
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5.3 Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Specifically:

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Review and update your account information

6.2 Correction

You can update your birth data and account information directly in the App's settings.

6.3 Deletion

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

• Using the "Delete Account" option in App settings
• Contacting us at vedran@knittedlogic.com

Upon deletion request, we will:

• Delete your account within 30 days
• Remove your personal data from active systems
• Retain only data required for legal compliance

6.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

• Push notifications: Through your device settings
• Marketing emails: Using unsubscribe links
• Analytics: Contact us to opt out

6.5 Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

7. Children's Privacy

Astraea is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at vedran@knittedlogic.com. We will take steps to delete such information.

8. International Users

8.1 European Economic Area (EEA) Users

If you are in the EEA, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal Bases for Processing:

• Contract: To provide the App's services
• Consent: For optional features like notifications
• Legitimate interests: For analytics and improvement

Additional Rights:

• Right to restrict processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Data Controller:

8.2 California Users

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

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending a notification (for material changes)

Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

12. Summary of Key Points