Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 21, 2025

1. Introduction
Bidinga AI Research ("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 AI-powered debate platform service.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information:
  • Account Information: Email address, display name, authentication details (via Firebase Authentication)
  • Profile Data: User preferences, credit balance, subscription plan details, account creation date
  • Payment Information: Processed through Cashfree Payments (we do not store full payment details)
Usage Information:
  • Debate Data: Questions you submit, debate topics, conversation history, AI model selections
  • Activity Tracking: API usage logs, response times, feature interactions, credit consumption
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, session data, request headers
  • Analytics Data: Usage patterns, page visits, feature engagement, performance metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our AI debate platform
  • Authentication & Billing: To verify your identity, manage your account, and process subscriptions
  • Credit Management: To track credit usage, process purchases, and manage subscription benefits
  • Debate Operations: To facilitate AI debates, store conversation history, and provide debate summaries
  • Personalization: To customize your experience and improve AI response relevance
  • Analytics & Improvement: To understand usage patterns, identify bugs, and enhance service quality
  • Communication: To send service updates, billing notifications, and respond to support inquiries
  • Security & Compliance: To protect against fraud, abuse, unauthorized access, and meet legal obligations
4. Data Storage and Security
Data Storage:
  • User account and profile data are stored securely in Google Cloud Firestore
  • Authentication is handled by Firebase Authentication with industry-standard encryption
  • Conversation history and debate data are stored in Firestore for service operation and improvement
  • Payment information is processed through Cashfree Payments and not stored directly on our servers
  • All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption in transit
  • We implement Google Cloud's security infrastructure and regular security audits
Data Retention:
  • Account data is retained while your account is active
  • Conversation history and debate data are retained to provide service continuity and enable service improvements
  • Usage logs and analytics data may be retained for 12 months
  • You can request data deletion by contacting support@bidinga.ai
  • Anonymized and aggregated data may be retained indefinitely for statistical and research purposes
  • Upon account deletion, personally identifiable data is removed within 30 days
and payment processors:
Service Provider Purpose Data Shared
OpenAI AI debate responses (ChatGPT) Debate questions, conversation context (excluding user email)
Google Gemini AI debate responses Debate questions, conversation context (excluding user email)
Firebase/Google Cloud Authentication, database storage, hosting Email, usage data, preferences, encrypted passwords
Cashfree Payments Payment processing and subscriptions Payment method, transaction details (not stored by us)
Each provider has their own privacy policies and data handling practices that are beyond our control. By using our service, you acknowledge sharing data with these third parti AI Service Providers: We share debate questions and conversation context with OpenAI and Google Gemini to generate responses. We do not share your email address with these providers.
  • Payment Processors: Cashfree Payments processes all transactions; we do not retain full payment card details
  • Cloud Infrastructure: Google Cloud/Firebase hosts our infrastructure and data
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or property
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or asset sale
  • Your
    6. Information Sharing and Disclosure
    We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
    • Service Providers: With third-party AI services necessary for platform operation
    • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
    • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
    • Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes
    7. Your Rights and Choices
    You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
    • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
    • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
    • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
    • Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
    • Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
    • Objection: Object to certain types of data processing
    8. Cookies and Tracking
    We use cookies and similar technologies to:
    • Maintain your login session
    • Remember your preferences
    • Analyze service usage and performance
    • Improve user experience
    You can control cookie settings through your browser, but some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
    9. Children's Privacy
    Our service is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16. If you believe we have collected information from someone under 16, please contact us immediately at support@bidinga.ai and we will promptly delete such information.
    10. International Data Transfers
    Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
    11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
    • Posting the updated policy on this page
    • Updating the "Effective Date" at the top
    • Sending email notifications for significant changes
    • Displaying prominent notices on our platform
    12. Contact Us
    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
    Support: support@bidinga.ai
    Website: bidinga.ai

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