Privacy Policy for Old Buddies
Last Updated: October 2025
Information We Collect
Mobile App:
- Contact Information: The Old Buddies app scans your device's contacts locally to identify potential instant messenger screen names. This data is processed entirely on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless you choose to create and share a buddy list.
- Shared Buddy Lists: When you create and share a buddy list, the screen names and display names you select are stored on our servers and made publicly accessible via a shareable URL.
Website:
- Analytics: We may use Google Analytics and other analytics services to understand how visitors use our website.
- Advertising: We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide the buddy list creation and sharing functionality
- To track views and interactions with shared buddy lists
- To improve our services and user experience
- To display relevant advertisements
Data Processing and Privacy
The Old Buddies mobile app processes all contact scanning locally on your device. Your contact information never leaves your device unless you explicitly choose to create and share a buddy list. We do not have access to your raw contact data.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Google Analytics: For tracking website usage. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Firebase: For hosting and cloud functions. See Firebase Privacy Policy.
Cookies and Tracking
Our website and third-party services use cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. Buddy lists you create and share are publicly accessible via their unique URLs. We do not share your contact information or any other personal data with third parties except as described in this policy.
Data Retention
Shared buddy lists are retained indefinitely unless you request deletion. You may request deletion of shared buddy lists by contacting us at kevin@amyrlin.com.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect 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.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request deletion of shared buddy lists
- Access information about data we've collected
- Opt out of analytics and advertising cookies
- Request clarification about our data practices
To exercise these rights, contact us at kevin@amyrlin.com.
Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
International Users
Our services are operated from the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact:
Email: kevin@amyrlin.com