Orchid Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 18, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Akina Technologies, PBC, doing business as Orchid (“Orchid,” “Orchid Platform” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use the Orchid mobile application, website, and related services (the “Services”).
In Short
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We collect only what we need to operate and improve Orchid.
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We never sell your personal data.
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You control your account and data, including the ability to request access or deletion at any time.
Information We Collect
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Account identifiers such as username, display name, profile photo, email address, and phone number (if provided).
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Contact information you choose to provide for invitations or connections, such as phone numbers or contact names.
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Information generated through your interactions with AI-powered features, including prompts, responses, preferences, and usage patterns.
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Usage and engagement data, such as features accessed, session activity, and error or crash reports.
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Inferences drawn from your activity within Orchid to personalize content, recommendations, or experiences.
Information You Provide
We collect information you choose to provide, including your name, email address, profile details, content you share within Orchid, and communications with us.
Information Collected Automatically
When you use Orchid, we automatically collect certain technical and usage information such as IP address, device type, operating system, app interactions, diagnostics, and general location derived from IP address. This information does not directly identify you and is used to maintain performance, security, and analytics.
How We Use Information
We use personal information to operate and improve the Services, personalize your experience, maintain safety and security, communicate important updates, and comply with legal obligations.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal data. We may share information only in limited circumstances, including with trusted service providers who help operate Orchid, to comply with legal requirements, or in connection with a corporate transaction such as a merger or acquisition.
AI and Personalization
Orchid includes AI-powered features designed to support organization, reflection, and personalization. AI systems use your inputs solely to provide these features. You may manage AI-related settings and request deletion of AI interaction data through your account.
Cookies and Tracking
Orchid uses limited cookies and similar technologies for essential functionality and analytics. You may manage cookie preferences through your device or browser settings.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When data is no longer needed, it is deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, or to object to certain processing. You may manage many of these rights directly through your account or by contacting us.
Children’s Privacy
Orchid is intended only for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
International Processing and Remote Teams
Orchid is based in the United States. Personal information may be processed or accessed by our employees, contractors, and service providers located in other countries. We take reasonable administrative, technical, and contractual measures to protect personal information regardless of where it is processed.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through the Services or by email. Continued use of Orchid after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
Akina Technologies, PBC, dba Orchid
2591 Dallas Parkway, #300
Frisco, TX 75034 United States