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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Kin (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the Kin website, companion app, and connected hardware devices. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, join a waitlist, create an account, or interact with a Kin device or service.

By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website or sign up for updates:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (optional)

  • Billing and payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

  • Account login credentials (if applicable)

  • Support inquiries and correspondence

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Cookies and tracking data

  • Pages viewed and site interaction patterns

  • Referring URLs

C. Information From Kin Devices and Apps

If you use a Kin hardware device or the Kin app, we may collect:

  • Audio recordings made voluntarily through the device

  • Transcriptions and AI-generated content derived from your recordings

  • Operational sensor data (e.g., mmWave motion detection, Wi-Fi CSI motion data, sound detection used for wellness or security alerts) as described in the Kin provisional patent.

    The Kin Patent Applicaiton Desc…

  • Device health and performance logs

  • User-selected mode states (Narrative Mode, Wellness Mode, Travel/Security Mode, Privacy Mode)

D. Sensitive Information

Kin does not intentionally collect medical information, biometric identifiers, or government IDs.
Sensor data is used only for wellness notification features and security alerting as described in the Kin device documentation.

The Kin Patent Applicaiton Desc…

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Kin website and services

  • Process payments and subscriptions

  • Communicate updates, confirmations, and support responses

  • Operate core Kin features, including recording, transcription, and AI-powered memory generation

  • Deliver Wellness Alerts or Security Alerts based on sensor data

  • Improve system performance and user experience

  • Enforce our Terms of Service

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information or share it with third parties for advertising.

3. How We Share Information

We may share data with:

A. Service Providers

Trusted third-party vendors that assist with:

  • Secure payment processing

  • Cloud storage and computing

  • AI model processing

  • Email communications

  • Website analytics

  • Security monitoring

All vendors are required to maintain confidentiality and follow strict data protection standards.

B. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required to comply with:

  • Law enforcement requests

  • Court orders

  • Regulatory requirements

Kin will never voluntarily disclose content unless legally obligated.

4. Data Storage & Security

We use industry-standard protections to safeguard your information, including:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)

  • Encrypted storage of audio, transcripts, and sensor data

  • Strict access controls

  • Secure credential hashing

  • Regular security audits

However, no online or cloud service can guarantee 100% security.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Kin’s website uses cookies to:

  • Improve site performance

  • Analyze website usage

  • Remember user preferences

  • Support account login functionality

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but the website may not function fully.

6. Children’s Privacy

Kin’s website and services are not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from children without verified parental consent.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information we hold

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion

  • Opt out of marketing emails

  • Request a copy of your data

  • Restrict certain processing activities

Users in California (CCPA) and the EU/UK (GDPR) may have additional rights.

To submit a request, contact: privacy@kinfamily.io
(Replace with your actual contact address.)

8. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide Kin services

  • Maintain device functionality

  • Comply with legal and financial requirements

Users may request deletion of recordings or account data at any time.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy as Kin evolves. When we do, we will:

  • Post the updated version on our website

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