Last updated: March 22, 2026
1. Information We Collect
When you use ArklyTech via Telegram, we collect:
- Telegram user data: User ID, username, first name — provided by Telegram when you message the bot.
- Usage data: Device lookups, support queries, commands used — logged for analytics and product improvement.
- Location data: Only when you explicitly share your location via the bot. Never collected automatically.
- Voice messages: Transcribed via OpenAI Whisper, then processed as text. Audio is not stored permanently.
- Photos: Photos sent during active jobs are stored for documentation. Photos sent for device detection are processed but not permanently stored.
- Documents: PDFs you upload are stored in the knowledge base to improve AI responses.
- AI conversations: AI Support conversations are stored in your account for session continuity. You can archive or delete past conversations from the portal.
2. How We Use Your Data
- Provide and improve the ArklyTech service
- Deliver AI-powered troubleshooting and device information
- Track job history and photo documentation
- Generate anonymous usage analytics
- Send daily tips and service notifications (opt-in)
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. We share data only with:
- OpenAI: Text queries and voice transcriptions are sent to OpenAI's API for processing. OpenAI's data usage policy applies.
- Creem: Subscription billing data is processed by Creem. Their privacy policy applies.
- Your team: Location sharing is only sent to team members you explicitly choose.
4. Data Retention
- Usage events are automatically purged after 90 days.
- Job records and photos are retained until you delete them or request account deletion.
- Subscription data is retained for billing compliance.
5. Your Rights
- Data deletion: Send /deleteme to the bot at any time to permanently delete all your data — usage history, subscriber record, jobs, suggestions, and subscription info.
- Data access: Contact us at contact@arklysolutions.com to request a copy of your data.
- Opt out: You can stop using the bot at any time. Block it on Telegram to prevent further data collection.
6. Security
- API keys are stored in encrypted configuration files, never in source code.
- Webhook communications are signature-verified.
- PDF uploads are validated (file type, size limits, content verification).
- User input is sanitized to prevent injection attacks.
- Access to the bot can be restricted to authorized users only.
7. Contact
For privacy questions or data requests:
Email: contact@arklysolutions.com
Company: Arkly Solutions LLC
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