Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 7, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Wally, a service provided by Ask Wally LLC (“Wally,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our chatbot, or otherwise interact with our services.
By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services immediately.
2. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services, including:
(a) Personal Information:
- Name, email address, and contact details when you register an account, subscribe to our services, or communicate with us.
- Payment information when purchasing our services (processed securely by third-party payment providers; we do not store payment details).
- Any information you voluntarily provide when using our chatbot, submitting inquiries, or providing feedback.
(b) Automated Data Collection (Usage & Device Information):
- IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Usage details such as page visits, time spent on the site, and interactions with the chatbot.
- Cookies and tracking technologies that help us analyze user behavior and improve service functionality (see Cookies & Tracking Technologies below).
(c) Customer & Chatbot Data:
- Content provided to our chatbot and its responses.
- Logs of interactions for debugging and service improvement (if opted in).
- Data indexing and retrieval for chatbot functionality (limited to the website content the user allows us to index).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- Service Provision & Improvement: To operate, maintain, and enhance Wally's chatbot and related services.
- Personalization & User Experience: To tailor chatbot responses, remember user preferences, and enhance customer interactions.
- Communication: To send updates, respond to inquiries, provide support, and deliver marketing content (with consent where required).
- Security & Fraud Prevention: To detect unauthorized access, investigate security incidents, and protect our users.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
4. Information Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information in the following scenarios:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with payment processing, analytics, hosting, and customer support.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect legal rights, safety, or security.
- Business Transfers: If Wally is acquired or merged, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to this policy.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services. These may include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality (e.g., logging in, security settings).
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand website traffic and improve performance.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for personalized advertisements and promotions (only with user consent where required).
Users can manage or disable cookies through browser settings, but some features may not function properly without them.
6. Data Retention & Security
We retain user data only for as long as necessary to fulfill service purposes, comply with legal obligations, and enforce our policies. When no longer needed, data is securely deleted.
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect data, including encryption, firewalls, and access controls. However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing sensitive information.
7. User Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights concerning your personal data, including:
- Access & Correction: Request access to your data or corrections if inaccurate.
- Deletion: Request deletion of personal data (subject to legal and contractual obligations).
- Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a structured format.
- Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@trywally.ai.
8. International Data Transfers
As Wally operates globally, data may be transferred to and processed in different countries. We ensure all international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and employ safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
9. Children's Privacy
Wally is not intended for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When changes are made, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top and notify users as required by law.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
Ask Wally LLC
1311 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Email: hello@trywally.ai
By using Wally, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy. Continued use of our services signifies acceptance of these terms.