1. Introduction

Threads Optimizer ("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 application to optimize your Threads presence.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information from Threads

When you connect your Threads account, we access:

Your Threads profile information (username, display name)
Your public posts and their content
Post analytics and engagement metrics (likes, replies, reposts)
Follower count and growth data

2.2 Information You Provide

Content ideas and drafts you create
Preferences and settings within the app
Feedback and communications with us

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

Device information and browser type
IP address and general location
Usage patterns within the application

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Analyze your post performance and engagement patterns
Generate AI-powered content suggestions and insights
Provide personalized recommendations for optimal posting times
Track your growth metrics over time
Improve our services and develop new features
Communicate important updates about the service

4. AI Processing and Data Usage

Our application uses a third-party AI provider to analyze your content and provide suggestions. When using AI features:

Your post content is sent to the AI for analysis
AI-generated suggestions are based on your specific content and goals
We do not use your data to train AI models
AI processing is subject to the AI provider's privacy practices

See our AI Policy for more details.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (hosting, analytics, AI processing)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication via OAuth, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your data at any time by disconnecting your Threads account or contacting us.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

9. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with Meta's Threads API and a third-party AI provider. Your use of these services is subject to their respective privacy policies. We encourage you to review Meta's and the AI provider's privacy practices.

10. Children's Privacy

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

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at ai@sumletter.com.