Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 22, 2025
Our Privacy-First Commitment
Argo AI is built on a foundation of privacy by design. As a privacy-first company, we implement state-of-the-art encryption and security measures by default. Your travel stories and memories are precious, and we treat them with the highest level of protection.
Key Privacy Commitments:
- ✓ AES-256-GCM encryption for all sensitive personal data
- ✓ End-to-end encryption for your stories and memories
- ✓ Local-first storage - your data stays on your device
- ✓ Zero data selling - we never sell your information to anybody
- ✓ No advertising - we don't engage in any advertising whatsoever
- ✓ Minimal data collection - we only collect what's essential
Introduction
Argo AI, a product of Integrity Evolution Corp. ("we," "our," or "us"), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
Account Information
- Email address (when using email sign-in)
- Name (optional, can be updated in settings)
- Apple ID or Google Account identifier (when using social sign-in)
User Content
- Travel stories and narratives you create within the App
- Photos you upload or take within the App
- Journey details and travel memories
- Location data associated with your travels (when permitted)
Information Collected Automatically
Device Information
- Device type and model
- Operating system and version
- Unique device identifiers
- App version
Usage Information
- Features used within the App
- Interaction with AI-generated content
- App performance data
- Error logs and crash reports
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Generate AI-powered travel stories based on your journeys
- Analyze photos to extract context and enhance story creation
- Create interactive maps of your adventures
- Provide personalized travel recommendations
- Authenticate your identity and manage your account
- Improve App performance and user experience
- Send important service updates
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- Your stories, photos, and travel data are primarily stored locally on your device
- Local data is encrypted using industry-standard encryption methods
- You maintain full control over your locally stored data
Cloud Services
- Account authentication data is stored securely in the cloud
- Optional cloud backup features (when available) will be clearly marked
Data Security
We implement industry-leading technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
Encryption Standards
- AES-256-GCM encryption for all personal data at rest
- TLS 1.3 protocol for all data in transit
- End-to-end encryption for sensitive content including stories and memories
- Cryptographically secure key generation with regular rotation
- Hardware security module (HSM) compatible key management
Security Infrastructure
- JWT-based authentication with secure token rotation
- OAuth 2.0 with PKCE for social authentication
- Certificate pinning in mobile apps
- Perfect Forward Secrecy enabled
- HSTS enforcement for all web communications
- Regular penetration testing and security audits
- Zero-knowledge architecture where possible
Privacy by Design
- Data minimization principle - we only collect essential data
- Automatic data expiry - temporary data is deleted after use
- Anonymized analytics - no personally identifiable information in metrics
- EXIF data stripping - GPS and camera details removed from photos before upload
- Secure device storage using platform keychains
Third-Party Services
We carefully select third-party services that meet our privacy standards:
- Authentication Providers: Apple Sign-In, Google Sign-In (OAuth 2.0 with PKCE)
- AI Services: OpenAI for story generation (no PII shared, server-side only, no data retention)
- Analytics: Firebase Analytics (user IDs hashed, PII stripped, minimal properties)
Data Minimization with Third Parties: We never share unnecessary data. All third-party calls use minimal required fields, user IDs are hashed for analytics, and personally identifiable information is stripped from all error reports and logs.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Update or correct your information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt-out of certain data collection
Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
Regional Privacy Rights
For US State Residents
Residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Indiana, Montana, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia have specific privacy rights under state law. While the specifics vary by state, you generally have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and share
- Access your personal information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information to anybody)
- Opt-out of targeted advertising (we do not engage in targeted advertising or any advertising at all)
- Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. Please specify your state of residence in your request.
For Canadian Residents (PIPEDA)
Under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Canadian residents have the right to:
- Access personal information we hold about you
- Know how we use and disclose your information
- Challenge the accuracy and completeness of your information
- Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information
For Mexican Residents (LFPDPPP)
Under the Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties, Mexican residents have ARCO rights:
- Access (Acceso) - Right to know what personal data we have
- Rectification (Rectificación) - Right to correct inaccurate data
- Cancellation (Cancelación) - Right to delete your data
- Opposition (Oposición) - Right to object to certain uses
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our App, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date.