1. Introduction
Kiba Labs, LLC ("Kiba Labs", "we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to being transparent about how information is collected, used, and protected.
This Privacy Policy explains how Kiba Labs handles information associated with our websites, software, operating systems, applications, services, and other products that link to this policy.
By using a Kiba Labs product or service, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
The information we collect depends on which Kiba Labs product or service you use.
Information you provide
We may receive information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as:
- Name or display name
- Email address
- Account information
- Support requests and communications
- Information submitted through forms or applications
Technical information
Our websites and software may collect limited technical information necessary to operate, secure, maintain, and improve our services. Depending on the product, this may include information such as:
- Operating system and software version
- Application version
- Device manufacturer or hardware category
- General diagnostic information
- Error and crash information
- Service performance information
We do not intentionally collect information that is unnecessary for the operation of the applicable product or service.
3. KibaOS Telemetry
Certain KibaOS components may provide optional telemetry intended to help Kiba Labs understand hardware compatibility, reliability, and general product usage.
Depending on the version and configuration of KibaOS, telemetry may include aggregated technical information such as hardware manufacturer, CPU category, GPU category, motherboard or system manufacturer, and software or system version information.
Kiba Labs does not intend for this telemetry to contain directly identifying hardware information such as MAC addresses, serial numbers, or network identifiers.
Telemetry may be used to understand hardware compatibility, identify reliability issues, improve KibaOS, and guide future development.
The exact information collected may vary between releases. Kiba Labs will document material changes to telemetry practices when appropriate.
4. How We Use Information
Information collected by Kiba Labs may be used to:
- Provide and operate our products and services
- Maintain security and prevent abuse
- Diagnose crashes and technical problems
- Improve performance, reliability, and compatibility
- Develop new products and features
- Respond to support requests
- Communicate important service or security information
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
We do not use collected information for purposes that are materially incompatible with the purposes described in this policy without appropriate notice or consent where required.
5. Information Sharing
Kiba Labs does not sell personal information.
We may share information with service providers and infrastructure providers that help us operate our products and services. These providers may process information only as necessary to provide the services they perform for us.
We may also disclose information when reasonably necessary to:
- Comply with applicable law or legal process
- Protect the rights, safety, and property of Kiba Labs or others
- Investigate fraud, abuse, or security incidents
- Operate or transfer business assets in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, restructuring, or similar transaction
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our websites may use cookies or similar technologies for purposes such as maintaining website functionality, remembering preferences, measuring traffic, or improving the user experience.
Where required by applicable law, we will request consent before using non-essential cookies or similar technologies.
7. Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including providing services, maintaining security, resolving disputes, enforcing agreements, and meeting legal obligations.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type and purpose of the information.
8. Data Security
Kiba Labs uses reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
No method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Choices
Depending on the product and your location, you may have rights or choices concerning your personal information, including the ability to:
- Request access to certain personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of certain information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To make a privacy request, contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.
10. Children's Privacy
Kiba Labs does not knowingly collect personal information from children in circumstances where such collection is prohibited by applicable law.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us in a manner that violates applicable law, please contact us so that we can investigate and take appropriate action.
11. Third-Party Services
Our products and websites may interact with third-party services, including hosting providers, payment processors, analytics providers, software repositories, distribution platforms, and other infrastructure providers.
Third-party services operate under their own privacy policies and terms. Kiba Labs is not responsible for the privacy practices of independent third parties.
12. International Data Transfers
Depending on where you live and which Kiba Labs services you use, information may be processed or stored in countries other than your country of residence.
Where required by applicable law, Kiba Labs will take appropriate measures for international transfers of personal information.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our products, services, legal requirements, or privacy practices.
When we make changes, we will update the effective date displayed at the beginning of this policy. Material changes may also be communicated through appropriate channels where required.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or Kiba Labs' privacy practices, you can contact us at:
Kiba Labs, LLC
Privacy inquiries
corporate@kibaos.com