Last Updated: 25.06.2025

SODOG™ is committed to safeguarding the privacy and emotional security of all users, especially children and their families. This Confidentiality Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information in connection with the SODOG platform, including our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using SODOG, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Confidentiality Policy.

1. Child-Centric Privacy and COPPA Compliance
SODOG is fully compliant with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We:
• Do not collect personally identifiable information from children under 13 without verified parental consent.
• Provide parental control dashboards to monitor non-personal behavioral insights.
• Avoid advertising networks and do not engage in behavioral ad tracking.
• Use all data exclusively for the purpose of improving user experience and emotional well-being.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect limited data in the following categories:
• Non-personal gameplay and interaction data, such as emotional preferences, in-app behavior, and engagement patterns.
• Parent-provided information, such as email addresses or feedback, during account creation or correspondence.
• Token usage or purchase data, if applicable, tied to parental accounts only.
We do not collect GPS location, device IDs, or personal contact information of children.

3. How We Use Information
We use information solely to:
• Enhance the emotional learning experience of users.
• Provide feedback to parents via secure dashboards.
• Analyze aggregated and anonymized data to improve our Services.
• Facilitate token-based interactions (where applicable).
We do not sell or share any data with third parties for marketing or profiling purposes.

4. Confidentiality and Data Security
We employ industry-standard encryption, firewalls, and secure data storage practices to protect all data transmitted through SODOG.
• All communication between the app and servers is secured via SSL/TLS.
• AI interactions are processed via encrypted channels.
• Any data stored is pseudonymized and used only for internal improvement purposes.

5. Confidential Interactions with the AI Companion
SODOG’s AI-based digital pet companion provides a safe, private, and judgment-free space for children to explore their feelings. Conversations between the user and the companion are:
• Not used for profiling or behavioral manipulation.
• Stored temporarily (if at all), and never shared externally.
• Reviewed only in aggregate to improve emotional intelligence algorithms.

6. Parental Control and Transparency
Parents or guardians have the right to:
• View their child’s progress and emotional insights.
• Request deletion of any collected data at any time.
• Receive prompt notification of any policy changes or data incidents.

7. Confidentiality of Strategic Partners and Advisors
SODOG may engage with trusted partners (e.g., educators, wellness advisors) under strict NDAs. All such collaborations respect:
• Intellectual property confidentiality.
• Non-disclosure of sensitive product information.
• Protection of all research, strategic, and user data.

8. Data Retention and Deletion
• We retain minimal user data for only as long as necessary.
• Parents can request full deletion of user data and associated accounts by contacting: privacy@sodogapp.com

9. Policy Updates
We may revise this Confidentiality Policy periodically. All changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Services implies acceptance of any changes.

10. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or data requests, please contact:

SODOG™ Privacy Team
Email: support@sodog.app
Website: www.sodog.app