Privacy Policy

Last updated on January 12, 2026

At AfterHours ("we", "our", or "us"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our platform and services (the "Service"). By using AfterHours, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect #

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our Service:

Account Information:

Email address
Username and display name
Password (encrypted)
Profile picture and bio (optional)
Account preferences and settings

User-Generated Content:

Characters you create (names, descriptions, images, tags)
Chat messages and conversation history
Favorites and bookmarks

Usage and Analytics Data:

Pages visited and features used
Character interactions and engagement metrics
Session duration and frequency
Device information (browser type, OS, screen resolution)
IP address and general location (city/country level)

Payment Information:

Subscription status and history

Technical Data:

Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Log files and error reports
API endpoint configurations (if provided by you)

2. How We Use Your Information #

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Provide and maintain the Service — Enable core features like character creation, chat functionality, and account management
Improve user experience — Analyze usage patterns to optimize features and performance
Personalize content — Recommend Characters based on your interests and interactions
Communicate with you — Send service updates, security alerts, and respond to inquiries
Enforce policies — Monitor for violations of our Terms of Service and Community Guidelines
Prevent fraud and abuse — Detect suspicious activity and protect platform security
Comply with legal obligations — Respond to legal requests and enforce our rights

3. Analytics and Tracking #

We use PostHog and other analytics tools to understand how users interact with our platform. This helps us improve features, fix bugs, and optimize performance.

Data collected includes:

Page views and navigation patterns
Feature usage and engagement metrics
A/B test results
Error tracking and crash reports

You can opt out of certain analytics tracking through your browser settings or privacy preferences.

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies #

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and maintain session information.

Types of cookies we use:

Essential cookies — Required for authentication and core functionality
Analytics cookies — Track usage patterns and performance metrics
Preference cookies — Remember your settings and preferences

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit certain features of the Service.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure #

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share data in the following circumstances:

Service Providers:

Boosty — Payment processing and billing
PostHog — Analytics and product insights
Cloud hosting providers — Data storage and infrastructure
Email service providers — Transactional emails and notifications

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Legal Requirements:

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Business Transfers:

If AfterHours is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Public Content:

Characters you create and mark as public will be visible to all users. Chat content is private and encrypted.

6. Data Retention #

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

Provide the Service and maintain your account
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Prevent fraud and abuse

When you delete your account, we will remove or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.

Retention periods:

Account data: Until account deletion + 30 days
Chat history: Until manual deletion or account removal
Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized indefinitely
Payment records: 7 years (for tax/legal compliance)

7. Data Security #

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

Security measures include:

Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
Encryption at rest for sensitive data
Secure password hashing (bcrypt/Argon2)
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls and authentication
Monitoring for suspicious activity

However, no system is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

8. Your Privacy Rights #

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access and Portability:

Request a copy of your personal data
Download your content and chat history

Correction and Deletion:

Update or correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your account and data

Opt-Out and Control:

Unsubscribe from marketing emails
Disable certain analytics tracking
Manage cookie preferences

Object and Restrict:

Object to certain data processing activities
Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at afterhoursai69@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy #

AfterHours is intended for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18.

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Users #

AfterHours is operated from the United States. If you access the Service from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. or other countries.

By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA) #

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and share
Right to delete your personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To submit a CCPA request, email us at afterhoursai69@gmail.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR) #

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right of access and data portability
Right to rectification and erasure
Right to restrict or object to processing
Right to withdraw consent
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Our legal basis for processing your data includes consent, contract performance, and legitimate interests.

13. Third-Party Links #

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Policy #

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you via email or through a prominent notice on our platform.

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

15. Contact Us #

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

📧 afterhoursai69@gmail.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days and work with you to address any concerns.