Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Moonhythe Ltd. ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use Horny, our 18+ AI companions platform available at horny.so (the "Service").

Age Restriction: This Service is intended for users aged 18 years and older. By accessing or using our Service, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains our data practices in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our Service contains adult-oriented content and interactions, and we take additional measures to protect user privacy in this context.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

Personal Information

We collect the following personal information when you create an account:

• Email address (required for account creation and verification)
• Display name or username (optional)
• Profile image or avatar (optional, if you choose to upload one)
• Chat messages and conversations with AI companions
• User preferences and interaction history
• Account settings and personalization choices
• Timezone and location data (for service optimization)
• Age verification information (to confirm 18+ status)

Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use our Service:

• Chat interactions and messaging patterns
• AI companion selection and engagement
• Level progression and XP earning activities
• Content unlocking and feature usage
• Session duration and frequency
• Platform preferences and settings
• Technical performance and error logs

Technical Information

We collect technical information to provide and improve our Service:

• Device information (type, operating system, browser)
• IP address and general location data
• Log files and error reports
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our AI companions platform and chat functionality
• AI Processing: To generate AI companion responses and maintain conversation context
• Personalization: To customize your experience based on preferences and interaction history
• Account Management: To create and manage your user account, verify age requirements, and maintain platform access
• Communication: To send you important service updates, account notifications, and respond to your inquiries
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve platform features and AI companion interactions
• Content Moderation: To monitor and moderate content for compliance with our community guidelines
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, harassment, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including age verification requirements

Our legal basis for processing your personal information under GDPR includes:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide personal information
• Contract Performance: To provide the services you've requested
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and ensure security

AI companion interactions are a core feature of our Service. Here's how we handle your chat data and AI processing:

• Processing: Chat messages are sent to AI providers (OpenAI/OpenRouter) for generating companion responses
• Context Management: Conversation history is maintained to provide coherent and personalized interactions
• Content Filtering: Messages are processed through safety filters to ensure appropriate content
• Storage: Chat conversations are stored securely in our database for your continued access
• Security: All chat data is transmitted and stored using encryption
• Third-Party Processing: AI providers process your messages according to their privacy policies and data processing agreements

Important: We do not use your chat content for training AI models. Your conversations are private and used only to provide personalized companion interactions. AI providers process your data temporarily for response generation but do not retain your personal conversation data for training purposes.

Adult Content Notice: Our Service contains adult-oriented themes and content. By using the platform, you acknowledge that conversations may include mature topics. We implement content moderation to maintain a safe environment while respecting user privacy.

Third-Party Services

We share your information with the following third-party service providers:

• OpenAI: For voice transcription and text processing services
• Supabase: For database hosting and data storage (US-based)
• Vercel: For application hosting and content delivery
• Stripe: For payment processing (no payment data stored locally)
• Google Analytics: For website analytics and usage statistics

All third-party services are bound by appropriate data processing agreements and privacy policies. We only share the minimum necessary information required for each service to function.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your personal information if required by law or in the following circumstances:

• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public
• In connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition
• With your explicit consent

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your personal data
• Secure Infrastructure: Our services are hosted on secure, enterprise-grade infrastructure
• Regular Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices
• Data Minimization: We only collect and retain the minimum data necessary
• Secure Development: Our applications are built with security best practices

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to implementing appropriate safeguards.

We retain your personal information for different periods depending on the type of data:

• Chat Conversations: Retained while your account is active and may be deleted upon account termination
• Account Data: Retained while your account is active, including profile information and preferences
• Interaction History: XP, levels, and companion progress data retained during account activity
• Age Verification: Age confirmation data retained for compliance purposes
• Inactive Accounts: Data deleted after 1 year of inactivity, or immediately upon account deletion request
• Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained longer for service improvement
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law or for legal proceedings

You can delete your account and all associated data at any time through your profile settings. Upon account deletion, we will permanently remove your personal information from our systems within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

Under GDPR and other applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

• Request access to your personal information we hold
• Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Export your memories and notes from your account settings

Correction and Deletion

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
• Delete your account and all associated data
• Request deletion of specific memories or notes
• Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

Objection and Restriction

• Object to processing of your personal information
• Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Communication Preferences

• Control email notifications in your account settings
• Opt out of marketing communications (if any)
• Update your communication preferences at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics cookies to understand usage patterns
• Preference Cookies: To remember your settings and preferences
• Session Cookies: To maintain your login session

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

We do not use tracking pixels or other invasive tracking technologies beyond standard web analytics.

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States where our database and some service providers are located.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers:

• Standard Contractual Clauses: We use EU-approved standard contractual clauses with our service providers
• Adequacy Decisions: We rely on adequacy decisions where applicable
• Data Processing Agreements: All third-party processors are bound by appropriate data processing agreements
• Security Measures: All transfers are protected by appropriate technical and organizational measures

By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to countries outside the EEA in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

18+ Only Service: Our Service is strictly intended for users aged 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. Our platform contains adult-oriented content, themes, and interactions that are not suitable for minors.

Age Verification: Users must confirm they are at least 18 years old during account creation. We may require additional age verification if we suspect an account belongs to a minor. Accounts found to belong to individuals under 18 will be immediately terminated and all associated data deleted.

Content Warning: This platform contains explicit adult content, including but not limited to sexual themes, mature language, and adult-oriented conversations. By using our Service, you acknowledge and accept this content.

If you believe a minor has accessed our Service or provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@horny.so. We will investigate and take appropriate action, including account termination and data deletion.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you via email or through our Service about significant changes
• Provide a summary of the key changes made
• Give you the opportunity to review and accept the updated policy

Your continued use of our Service after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your data protection rights, or need to contact us regarding privacy matters, please reach out to our Data Protection Officer:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.