Summary
ChinaHappens has no accounts and no logins. We don't ask for your name or email to use the app, we don't track you across other apps or websites, and we don't use third-party advertising. The limited data we do handle exists only to make no-login purchases work and to run and keep AI features safe.
What we collect
- Anonymous device identifier. A random identifier generated on your device, used to record purchases and account for AI credits without you signing in. It is not linked to your name or contact details.
- Purchase records. Processed through Apple StoreKit. We receive confirmation of what was purchased (for example, a City Pack unlock or credits) so we can deliver it. We do not receive or store your payment card details — Apple handles payment.
- AI question text. When you use AI Route Builder or Ask AI, the text of your question is sent to an AI service provider to generate a response. A record of this text is retained for content-safety review.
What we don't collect
We do not collect your name, email address, precise location, contacts, or photos. ChinaHappens does not track you across other companies' apps or websites, and contains no third-party advertising SDKs.
How we use data
- To deliver and restore purchases and to account for AI credits, without requiring an account.
- To generate AI responses grounded in our verified content, and to review submitted text for safety and abuse prevention.
- To diagnose problems and maintain the reliability of the service.
We do not sell your data, and we do not use it for advertising or cross-app tracking.
Third-party processors
- Apple StoreKit — processes in-app purchases and payment. Apple's handling of your data is governed by Apple's own privacy policy.
- AI inference provider — processes the text of your AI questions to generate responses. Your question text is sent to this provider solely to produce a reply and is not used by us to identify you.
Storage & retention
Your itineraries, saved places, and notes are stored locally on your device and are not synced to our servers. Deleting the app removes this local data from the device.
On our servers we retain the anonymous device identifier and purchase records for as long as needed to honor purchases and meet legal and accounting obligations. AI question text retained for content-safety review is kept only as long as necessary for that purpose and is then deleted. Server data is stored with reputable cloud infrastructure providers.
Your rights
Because there is no account, most of your content is under your direct control on the device. To request deletion of anonymous server-side data associated with your device — including retained AI question text — email support@chinahappens.com. Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights over your personal data under local law.
Children's privacy
ChinaHappens is a general travel app intended for adults planning trips. It is not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to this policy
If we make material changes, we'll update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, note the change in the app. Continued use of the app after an update means you accept the revised policy.
Contact
Questions about privacy? Email support@chinahappens.com.