🔒 Your Privacy Matters
Anicetus X is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) of South Africa.
1. INTRODUCTION
Anicetus X ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our AI-powered video generation platform.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 Personal Information
Account Information:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Company name (if applicable)
- Billing address
- Payment information (processed securely through Paystack)
Usage Information:
- IP address
- Device information (type, OS, browser)
- Login times and dates
- Feature usage statistics
- Session duration
2.2 Content Information
User Content:
- Uploaded scripts and text inputs
- Images and media uploads
- Video projects and outputs
- Voice samples (for cloning)
- Generated content metadata
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
3.1 Lawful Processing (POPIA Compliance)
| Purpose | Lawful Basis |
|---|---|
| Providing Platform services | Contractual Necessity |
| Processing payments | Contractual Necessity |
| AI model training | Legitimate Interest (anonymized) |
| Marketing communications | Consent |
| Legal compliance | Legal Obligation |
3.2 AI Model Training
Important: We use anonymized and aggregated data to train and improve our AI models:
- Your video outputs may contribute to model improvement
- Personal identifiers are removed before training use
- You may opt-out of training data contribution in account settings
4. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
| Provider | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Paystack | Payment processing | Name, email, payment details |
| AWS/Google Cloud | Hosting and storage | All platform data |
| SendGrid | Email delivery | Email address |
| Google Analytics | Usage analytics | Anonymous usage data |
4.2 No Sale of Data
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
5. DATA SECURITY
5.1 Security Measures
- Encryption: AES-256 encryption for data at rest; TLS 1.3 for data in transit
- Access Controls: Role-based access with multi-factor authentication
- Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring and intrusion detection
- Backups: Encrypted, geographically distributed backups
6. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER POPIA
As a data subject in South Africa, you have the following rights:
6.1 Right of Access
You may request a copy of personal information we hold about you. Response within 30 days.
6.2 Right to Correction
You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
6.3 Right to Deletion
You may request deletion of your personal information. Submit request via [email protected].
6.4 Right to Object
You may object to processing of your personal information for marketing or legitimate interests.
6.5 Right to Data Portability
You may request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
7. DATA RETENTION
| Data Type | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Account information | Account duration + 5 years | Legal compliance, dispute resolution |
| Billing records | 7 years | Tax and accounting requirements |
| Generated content | Account duration + 30 days | Service provision, user access |
| Voice samples | Account duration + 90 days | Feature functionality |
8. COOKIES AND TRACKING
8.1 Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality (cannot be disabled)
- Functional Cookies: Remember preferences and settings
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
- Marketing Cookies: Track campaign effectiveness (only with consent)
9. AI-SPECIFIC PRIVACY
9.1 Voice Cloning
When you provide voice samples:
- Samples are used solely for creating your voice clone
- We do not use your voice for other users
- You may delete voice samples at any time
- Voice biometric data is encrypted and protected
9.2 Content Generation
- Input prompts may be logged for quality assurance
- Generated content is associated with your account
- We may use anonymized outputs for model improvement
- You control distribution and publication
10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it immediately.
11. CONTACT US
For privacy-related inquiries, requests, or concerns:
Data Protection Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Anicetus Agentic Systems, South Africa
Regulatory Contact
Information Regulator (POPIA complaints):
Website: https://inforegulator.org.za
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 010 023 5207
By using Anicetus X, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal information as described herein.
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