Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy of York AI (“We,” “Us,” or “Our”) describes Our policies and procedures on how we might collect, store, use, and/or share Your information when You use our Service. This includes use of our website at https://york.ai/ (the “Website”), web-based services, and any related applications, integrations, or communication channels through which we provide the Service. The Privacy Policy also tells You about your privacy rights and how the law protects You.

We use Your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Website or the App, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy and our services, please check our Terms and Conditions, or contact us directly via [email protected].

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

• Website refers to York AI, accessible from https://york.ai/.
• App refers to any York AI mobile application we may make available in the future, including through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
• Account means a unique account created by You to access our Service or parts of our Service.
• Company (referred to as either “the Company,” “We,” “Us” or “Our” in this Agreement) refers to York AI.
• Cookies are files that are placed on Your computer, mobile device, or any other device by a website, containing the details of Your browsing history on that website among its many uses.
• Device means any device that can access the Service such as a computer, a cellphone, a digital tablet, or any device on which the App can be installed.
• Personal Data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
• Service refers to the products, features, or tools powered by artificial intelligence, machine learning, or similar technologies (collectively, “AI Products”) that we offer. These tools are designed for functions including social media content creation (text, image, and video), automated posting and engagement, trend monitoring, and analytics reporting integrated via instant messaging platforms. The terms in this privacy notice govern your use of the AI Products within our Services, including through the Website or the App.
• Third-party Social Media Service refers to any website or social network through which a User can log in or create an account to use the Service.
• You means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Personal Data

While using Our Service, whether through the Website or the App, We may ask You to provide Us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify You. Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:

• Email address
• Usage Data
• Social Media Information
• Web Cookies
• Instant Messaging Information
• AI Interaction Data: including prompts, instructions, generated content, drafts, engagement suggestions, and other interactions with York AI features.
• Connected Account Data: when you connect social media or messaging platforms, we may process account identifiers, profile metadata, access tokens, and related permissions necessary to perform authorized actions.
• Messaging Platform Data: including chat identifiers, messages sent to York AI, approval actions, and notification preferences when you interact with the Service through platforms such as Slack, Telegram, Discord, or similar tools.

Information from Third-Party Services

You can create an account and sign in to the Service using Google sign-in, or by registering with an email address and password. As the Service expands, the Company may also allow You to create an account and log in through the following Third-party Social Media Services:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• TikTok
• YouTube

If You decide to register through or otherwise grant us access to a Third-Party Social Media Service, We may collect Personal Data that is already associated with Your third-party account, such as Your name, Your email address, Your activities, or Your contact list. This applies regardless of whether You interact with these services through the Website or the App.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on Our Service and store certain information. Tracking technologies used include beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve and analyze Our Service.

• Cookies or Browser Cookies: A cookie is a small file placed on Your Device. You can instruct Your browser to refuse all Cookies or to indicate when a Cookie is being sent. However, if You do not accept Cookies, You may not be able to use some parts of Our Service.

When using the App, We may also employ mobile analytics software and other tracking technologies to gather App-related performance information. This helps us understand how You use and interact with the App, enabling Us to make improvements.

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Service, including monitoring the usage of our Service on both the Website and the App.
• To manage Your Account: to manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide can give You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user.
• To provide You with news, special offers, and general information about other goods, services, and events that we offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about, unless You have opted not to receive such information.
• To manage Your requests: To attend and manage Your requests to Us.
• To generate, suggest, and optimize social media content in your preferred tone and style.
• To automate posting, scheduling, and engagement actions as configured by you.
• To analyze performance metrics and provide reports and recommendations.
• To monitor trends and generate relevant content suggestions.

In the App context, this may specifically include sending push notifications, processing in-app transactions, providing personalized recommendations, and troubleshooting App-related performance issues.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or when We are legally obligated to retain it for longer time periods.

Legal Basis for Processing (EEA/UK)

We process personal data based on:

• Contractual necessity
• Legitimate interests
• Legal obligations
• Consent (where applicable)

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.

Delete Your Personal Data

You have the right to delete or request that We assist in deleting the Personal Data that We have collected about You.

Our Service may give You the ability to delete certain information about You from within the Service. This includes, for example, the option to remove certain data from the App’s settings (where available).

You may update, amend, or delete Your information at any time by signing in to Your Account and visiting the account settings section. You may also contact Us to request access to, correct, or delete any personal information that You have provided to Us. Should you wish to cease data collection via the App specifically, You can uninstall the App at any time.

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

You are responsible for ensuring the security of Your Device and the credentials You use to access the Service.

Google User Data

When you choose to sign in with Google, we request access only to your basic profile information (name, email address, profile picture, and Google account identifier) for the sole purpose of creating and authenticating your account. We do not request access to Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, or any other Google service.

York's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including its Limited Use requirements. We do not sell Google user data, and we do not use Google user data for advertising or for training generalized AI models.

Third-Party AI Processors

To support AI-powered social media content creation, including image and video generation, we may work with third-party AI model providers.

• List of Processors: Depending on the specific model or feature you select within the Service, your data may be processed by providers including but not limited to OpenAI, Google, Runway, Kuaishou (Kling), MiniMax (Hailuo), and Alibaba (Wan).
• What We Share: We only share the minimum necessary information required for content generation, specifically: user-provided text prompts, uploaded images/videos, and style preferences.
• Data Minimization & Anonymization: We do not share sensitive personal identifiers, such as your account ID, email address, or real name, with these third-party AI processors. All data transmitted for AI processing is de-identified where technically feasible to protect your privacy.

User Control and Choice

• Model Selection: The Service provides a “Model” or “Engine” switching feature. By selecting a specific AI model, you are exercising your right to decide which third-party service provider processes your creative inputs.
• Opt-Out: If you do not wish to have your data processed by a specific third-party provider, you may choose to use alternative models or refrain from using features powered by that specific provider.

Content Restrictions

To maintain a safe, ethical, and responsible platform, we have established the following content restrictions. These apply to any content generated, uploaded, or shared on our platform.

Our Service is intended for users aged 18 and older. Any use by minors should occur only under the direct supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

Prohibited Content

We prohibit the following types of content:

• Illegal Content: Promoting or engaging in illegal activities.
• Harmful Content: Inciting hatred, violence, or discrimination.
• Explicit or Adult Content: Pornographic or excessively violent content.
• Intellectual Property Infringement: Violating copyrights or trademarks.
• False or Misleading Content: Intentionally deceptive information.
• Privacy Violations: Disclosing personal information without consent.
• Hate Speech & Harassment: Targeting individuals or groups based on protected characteristics.
• Self-Harm and Suicide: Promoting or glorifying dangerous behaviors.
• Spam and Malware: Phishing, scams, or harmful software.
• Impersonation: Deceptively impersonating individuals or entities.

Additional Restrictions for AI-Generated Content

• No Misrepresentation: You must not represent AI-generated content as being created by a human without proper disclosure where required.
• No Sensitive Data Input: You must not input sensitive personal data (e.g., health data, religious beliefs) into our AI tools.
• No Harmful Outputs: You must not use our AI tools to generate content that violates the above prohibitions.

Enforcement: We reserve the right to remove content and suspend or terminate accounts that violate these restrictions.

Opting Out of Information Use

York AI collects and uses personal information to provide and improve our services, personalize your experience, and deliver relevant advertising. We respect your privacy and have outlined various ways you can opt out of certain uses of your personal information. Please review the information below to exercise your rights:

• Browser Settings: You can configure your browser settings to refuse the use of cookies. Please note that doing so may affect the full functionality of our website and the services we provide.
• Opt-Out for Personalized Advertising: If you would like to opt out of personalized advertising, please contact us at [email protected].
• Account Deactivation: Request to deactivate your account by emailing [email protected].

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update Our Privacy Policy from time to time. You are advised to review this page periodically. Changes are effective when they are posted here. We may also communicate major updates directly through notices on the Website or notifications in the App.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us by email at: [email protected].