Welcome. This tool is designed to support emotional reflection, self-awareness, and mindfulness. It is not therapy and is not a substitute for professional mental health care.

1. Not a Licensed Provider
   
   This tool is not a psychotherapist, doctor, or licensed mental health professional. It does not offer diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice of any kind.
   
   
2. No Crisis Support
   
   This tool is not suitable for use in a mental health crisis.
   
   If you are feeling suicidal or in danger, please seek immediate help by contacting emergency services or a mental health crisis line in your area.
   
   

• In the U.S., call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  
  
• Or go to your nearest emergency room
  
  

1. Use at Your Own Risk
   
   By continuing, you acknowledge and agree that:
   
   

• You are at least 18 years old
  
  
• You are using this tool voluntarily
  
  
• You take full responsibility for your own emotional well-being and any actions you take based on interactions with the tool
  
  
• The creators of this tool are not liable for any harm, loss, or injury arising from its use
  
  

1. Data and Privacy
   
   Conversations may be reviewed anonymously to improve the tool’s accuracy and safety. No identifying information is intentionally stored, sold, or shared.
   
   
2. Intended Purpose
   
   This tool is meant to:
   
   

• Gently support self-reflection
  
  
• Encourage mindful emotional exploration
  
  
• Offer compassionate language and simple practices
  
  It is not meant to replace human connection, therapeutic treatment, or medical care.
  
  

Welcome to Compassion Companion and Dream Companion (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how your information is handled when you use our services. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

1. Who We Are

Compassion Companion and Dream Companion are AI-powered wellness tools designed to support emotional reflection, mindfulness, and inner exploration. While they may feel emotionally attuned, these tools are not substitutes for professional therapy or medical care.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only minimal information and strive to avoid identifying data. The types of data we may collect include:

     A. User-Provided Input

     When you engage with the AI, we may receive:

• Text you type (e.g., reflections, questions, emotional content)
  
  
• Optional feedback you submit about your experience\
  

Please do not include identifiable information, such as your full name, address, or medical history in your messages.

     B. Usage Data

     To improve the quality of our service, we may collect anonymous, aggregate usage data:

• Session timestamps
  
• General interaction patterns
  
• Device type or browser (without GPS or IP-based tracking)
  

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our services
  
• Respond to user feedback or support requests
  
• Monitor system performance and ethical use
  

We do not sell your data or use it for advertising. Any analytics are used only to make the experience safer and more effective.

4. Data Processing and AI Providers

Our services are powered by OpenAI’s GPT technology. When you interact with the AI, your input is processed by OpenAI’s servers.

• OpenAI may retain conversations for up to 30 days for abuse monitoring.
  
• OpenAI does not currently offer HIPAA-compliant services and does not sign Business Associate Agreements (BAAs).
  
  For details on how OpenAI handles data, please see OpenAI’s privacy policy.

5. Important Note on Health Information

Although you may discuss personal and emotional topics in your conversations, our Services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or monitor medical or psychological conditions. We do not intentionally collect or store Protected Health Information (PHI).

Because this service is powered by OpenAI, which is not HIPAA-compliant, please do not submit sensitive health information or personally identifiable data in your messages.

If you are in distress or experiencing a mental health emergency, we encourage you to contact:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (USA)
  
• Or visit https://www.befrienders.org for help in your country

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Know what data we collect and how it’s used
  
• Request deletion of your data, if applicable
  
• Refrain from submitting any personal or sensitive information
  

To make a request or ask questions, please contact us at: [Insert contact email]

7. Data Retention and Security

We do not intentionally retain user-specific conversation logs outside of OpenAI’s default storage period (up to 30 days). We do not use persistent identifiers, and we do not link sessions to individual users.

All interactions are encrypted in transit. No user accounts or login credentials are required to use the basic services.

8. Third-Party Services

If we use tools for analytics, donation processing, or mailing lists (e.g., Stripe, Mailchimp), they may receive limited user data such as email addresses. We choose providers that follow strong privacy practices, and we do not allow them to use your information for their own purposes.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for users under the age of 13. If we become aware that a child has submitted personal information, we will delete it as quickly as possible.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or our services. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date above.

11. Contact Information Contact Us If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to us at: Email: wildtemple@aol.com We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.

12. User Guidance Using the Tool To get the most out of your experience, we recommend:

•  Taking a moment to reflect before engaging with the tool.
•  Asking open-ended questions to encourage deeper exploration of your thoughts and feelings.

·    Using the tool regularly to track your emotional journey over time.

13. Feedback Mechanism Your Feedback Matters We value your input! If you have suggestions, comments, or issues to report, please send us your feedback at: Email: wildtemple@aol.com Your insights help us improve and enhance the experience for all users.

🌿 Thank you for trusting us with your journey.

We are honored to walk beside you — with gentleness, honesty, and respect for your privacy.

By clicking “Continue,” you confirm that you:

• Have read and understood this disclaimer
  
• Agree to all the terms above
  
• Are using this tool as a supportive guide, not as a healthcare provider