Privacy Policy

AnyShort Privacy Policy

To ensure the proper functioning of certain features while you use AnyShort, we rely on account details, device information, or usage records. We have established this policy to explain the scenarios in which this information is generated, the reasons for processing it, the service providers that may be involved, and how you can manage your information.

We value user privacy and process relevant data only to the extent necessary to provide product features. Please read this policy before registering an account, watching content, purchasing services, or using other features. If a feature requires additional information or device permissions, you may decide whether to provide them; however, declining to do so may render the associated feature unavailable.

I. Products and Scenarios Covered by This Policy

This policy applies to AnyShort and related products and services provided by its affiliates, except for services that have established their own separate privacy policies.

The following data processing activities fall outside the scope of this policy:

• Information collected or processed independently by third parties when you access third-party websites, applications, or other services via AnyShort;
• Information collected—in accordance with their own rules—by companies, organizations, or advertising service providers that display or place advertisements within AnyShort;
• Other third-party products or services that explicitly state they are governed by independent privacy policies.

For such third-party services, please consult their separately published privacy policies, permission disclosures, and data processing rules.

II. Information Involved in Different Usage Scenarios

The information we collect depends on the features you actually use; not all users will have all the types of information listed below involved.

(I) Account Registration and Management

When you create a AnyShort account or voluntarily provide account details, we may store the following information submitted by you:

• Username;
• Profile picture (avatar);
• Email address.

If you subsequently modify your username or other personal details, we will also record the updated information to maintain your account profile, verify your identity, and reduce the risk of account impersonation or unauthorized use.

Certain account information is essential for providing specific features. While you may still use some basic services if you choose not to provide this information, certain account-related features may be restricted or unavailable.

(II) Browsing and Viewing Content

When you browse, watch, or unlock content using AnyShort, we may record data related to your usage, including:

• Browsing history;
• Duration of content viewing or browsing;
• Content that has been unlocked;
• Content and usage preferences;
• Records of acquiring in-app currency;
• Records of using or spending in-app currency;
• Other activity logs related to the use of products or services.

This information helps us understand how features are performing and enables us to provide content and service experiences that better align with your usage habits.

(III) Making Purchases or Completing Transactions

When you use in-app purchases, paid content, or other transaction features, we may need to process necessary transaction information—such as payment details—to complete the relevant operations.

Some payment processes are handled by app stores or third-party payment service providers. These providers process payment data in accordance with their own terms of service and privacy policies.

(IV) Device and Operational Logs

When you open or use AnyShort, the system may automatically record information regarding the device, software, and service operations. Such information may include:

• Information about your mobile device or other terminal device;
• IP address;
• Device version;
• Device identifiers;
• Device configuration and operating environment;
• Information about the browser, internet search engine, or other programs used to access our services;
• Log data generated during service access, operations, and execution.

Log information is primarily used to maintain stable product operation, troubleshoot technical issues, analyze anomalies, improve performance, and ensure the security of accounts and services.

(V) Photo Gallery and Camera Permissions

When you use features requiring media access capabilities, AnyShort may request permission to access your photo gallery or camera. Granting permission is entirely up to you. If you deny or disable these permissions, services that do not rely on them can generally still be used; however, features related to selecting, taking, or uploading photos may not function correctly.

III. Primary Purposes for Processing Information

We will not use your information arbitrarily for purposes unrelated to our products and services. The collected information is primarily used for the following purposes:

(I) Enabling and maintaining product functionality

Used for account registration and management, saving user settings, providing content browsing and playback, processing unlock records, completing transactions, and maintaining the normal operation of AnyShort.

(II) Verifying identity and providing user support

Used to identify accounts, verify user identity, handle inquiries and feedback, and provide customer support regarding accounts, content, payments, or other services.

(III) Identifying risks and abnormal behavior

We may use necessary information to implement risk prevention, fraud checks, and anomaly detection, thereby mitigating risks associated with account hijacking, malicious activities, or fraudulent transactions.

(IV) Maintaining data and service security

Relevant information may be used for system security checks, troubleshooting, and data backups to protect the security of the product, accounts, and user data, as well as to maintain service quality.

(V) Improving products and services

We may analyze usage records, browsing behavior, viewing duration, and content preferences to understand how users interact with features and content, thereby adjusting product design, enhancing application performance, and improving service quality.

(VI) Sending necessary notifications or operational information

We may send you information related to AnyShort via appropriate channels, such as:

• Product feature updates;
• Content update alerts;
• Changes to service status or rules;
• Promotional activities and other operational notifications.

(VII) Optimizing advertising relevance

To minimize advertisements that are clearly irrelevant to your interests, we may use lawfully collected information to tailor ad content, thereby displaying ads that are more relevant to you, rather than simply showing identical ads to all users.

(VIII) Meeting legal and regulatory requirements

To the extent required by applicable law, we may use or retain relevant information to fulfill legal obligations, cooperate with lawful investigations, or respond to valid requests from authorized agencies.

IV. Your Responsibility for Account Security

A AnyShort account is intended solely for use by the registered account holder. You must not grant account access to others, nor sell, transfer, or otherwise allow others to control your account. If you discover any unauthorized login, access, or use of your account, please report it to AnyShort as soon as possible using the contact details provided in this policy so that we can take necessary security measures. You are responsible for safeguarding your account information and login credentials. AnyShort assumes no liability for unauthorized account use resulting from hacking, improper user management, credential leakage, or other causes beyond AnyShort's reasonable control.

V. Third-Party Tools and Service Providers

To enable features such as ad display, data analysis, in-app purchases, video playback, and social sharing, AnyShort utilizes certain third-party software development kits (SDKs).

The primary SDKs currently integrated include: Google Ads SDK, Firebase Analytics, Google Play Billing, ExoPlayer, and Facebook SDK.

We select these third-party SDKs based on their reliability, security, and compatibility with AnyShort's core functions. Third-party SDKs may also process necessary information in accordance with their own privacy policies. We recommend that you also review the privacy policies published by the respective service providers.

VI. Principles for Sharing Information

We will not sell, rent, or arbitrarily share your personal information with third parties without your explicit consent. We may disclose necessary information as required by law or service needs in the following circumstances:

• We have obtained your explicit authorization or consent;
• Disclosure is required by applicable laws and regulations;
• A valid request is made by a competent authority in accordance with the law;
• Necessary data must be processed by a third-party service provider to fulfill a feature you have chosen to use.

We require partners involved in data processing to use the relevant information only within the agreed scope of service and to comply with applicable data protection obligations.

VII. How We Protect Information

To minimize the risk of harm to personal information, we employ appropriate technical and administrative measures, as well as other reasonable means, to safeguard the security of the relevant data. These measures are primarily designed to prevent:

• Accidental data loss;
• Misuse or improper use of information;
• Unauthorized access;
• Unauthorized disclosure;
• Illegal tampering, destruction, or processing of information.

We also enhance product security and service quality through measures such as risk assessments, system maintenance, and data backups. Please note that absolute security cannot be guaranteed for internet transmissions or electronic storage. You should also take reasonable steps to protect your account and devices, and avoid disclosing your password or other login credentials to others.

VIII. How You Can Manage Your Personal Information

You can manage your account profile and device permissions using the features provided by AnyShort.

(I) Viewing and Modifying Profile Information

You have the right to access and correct personal information in your account, such as your nickname, username, or profile picture. You can adjust these details via the account settings or profile page.

(II) Denying or Revoking Device Permissions

You may deny AnyShort access to your photo album or camera, or revoke previously granted permissions through your device's system settings.

Once a permission is revoked, features directly relying on that permission may be restricted, though other features that do not require it will generally remain unaffected.

(III) Closing Your Account and Deleting Data

If you decide to stop using AnyShort, you can request the deletion of your account and related information using the "Close Account" feature within the app. Upon account closure, all user data associated with the account will be permanently erased. As accounts and information generally cannot be recovered after permanent deletion, please carefully confirm your decision before submitting a closure request.

IX. Restrictions on Use by Minors

Minors under the age of 18 may not create a AnyShort account or submit personal information to us without the consent of a parent or legal guardian. If a parent or legal guardian discovers that a minor has provided personal information to us without permission, please contact us. We will verify the situation and take appropriate action.

X. Changes to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy in response to changes in product features, service methods, legal requirements, or information processing activities. If any updates significantly affect user rights or the way personal information is processed, we will notify you in advance—via in-app notifications, pop-up alerts, or other appropriate means—before the changes take effect. We recommend that you review this policy periodically to stay informed about the privacy protection rules currently applicable to AnyShort.

XI. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this policy, the processing of personal information, account cancellation, or other privacy-related matters, please feel free to contact us.