Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026 | Effective for US, EU, and Russian Federation users

1. Introduction

Vortex ("we," "us," "our," or "Service") operates the Vortex media download service, including our web application and Telegram bot. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.

By using Vortex, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must stop using our Service immediately.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

  • Telegram User ID (numeric identifier)
  • Telegram username (if available)
  • First name from Telegram profile
  • Email address (if provided)

Usage Information

  • URLs of all content you download
  • Timestamps of download requests
  • Download frequency and patterns
  • File formats requested (MP4, MP3, etc.)
  • Video quality preferences
  • Source platforms accessed (YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
  • Download success or failure status
  • Download duration and file size

Technical Information

  • IP addresses and geolocation — stored in truncated form only (last octet replaced with "x", e.g. 192.168.1.x) for security and geo-blocking purposes
  • Device type and operating system
  • Browser type and version
  • User-Agent information
  • Unique device identifiers
  • Connection type and speed
  • Referral sources

Subscription and Payment Information

  • Subscription tier (Trial, Basic, Pro)
  • Subscription start and expiration dates
  • Billing cycle and renewal dates
  • Payment method type (credit card, cryptocurrency, etc.)
  • Transaction history and amounts
  • Refund and cancellation records

We do NOT process or store card numbers, CVV codes, or full bank account details. All card payments are handled exclusively by Stripe; all cryptocurrency payments are handled exclusively by CryptoBot. We only receive confirmation of payment and the plan purchased.

Communication

  • Support messages and correspondence
  • Feedback and complaint reports
  • Notification preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

  • To provide download functionality and features
  • To manage your account and subscription
  • To process payments and billing
  • To enforce subscription limits and quotas
  • To deliver customer support

Analytics and Improvement

  • To analyze usage patterns and trends
  • To improve service features and performance
  • To conduct A/B testing and experimentation
  • To generate aggregate statistical reports
  • To understand user behavior and preferences

Legal and Safety

  • To comply with legal obligations and requests
  • To cooperate with law enforcement
  • To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
  • To enforce our Terms of Service
  • To protect our rights, privacy, and safety
  • To investigate and resolve disputes

Marketing and Profiling

  • To send marketing communications (unless opted out)
  • To create user profiles and segments
  • To personalize your experience
  • To conduct targeted advertising campaigns
  • To analyze purchasing behavior

Business Operations

  • To conduct audits and security assessments
  • To maintain service infrastructure
  • To optimize operations and cost management
  • To plan and develop new features

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with third parties who provide services on our behalf, including:

  • Payment processors and financial institutions
  • Cloud hosting and storage providers
  • Analytics platforms and tracking services
  • Communication and email services
  • Customer support platforms
  • Marketing and advertising partners

Law Enforcement and Legal Process

We will disclose your information when required by law or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with court orders, subpoenas, or legal process
  • Respond to requests from government agencies
  • Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
  • Protect against legal liability
  • Investigate violations of law

We may disclose information WITHOUT your consent, notice, or opportunity to object.

Business Transfers

If Vortex is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Aggregate and De-identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified data with third parties for research, marketing, analytics, and other purposes without restriction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. This may include:

  • Account information: Indefinitely or until deletion request
  • Usage data: Up to 2 years for analytics
  • Payment records: 7 years for tax and financial compliance
  • Support communications: 3 years
  • Log files: 90 days
  • Deleted accounts: Information may be retained in backups

Even after deletion from active systems, information may remain in backup copies for disaster recovery purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational security measures including:

  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Encryption at rest for sensitive data
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Firewalls and intrusion detection

IMPORTANT: No security measure is absolute. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, data breaches, or hacking. You use Vortex at your own risk regarding data security.

In the event of a data breach, we may or may not notify affected users. Notification, if provided, may be delayed. We assume no liability for unauthorized access.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored, processed, and transferred to servers located in different countries, including outside your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection standards than your home country.

By using Vortex, you consent to these international transfers and acknowledge that data protection laws may differ across jurisdictions.

  • Data may be processed in the United States, EU, Russian Federation, or other countries
  • We do not guarantee EU-GDPR or other specific regional compliance
  • International transfers may occur without additional notice

8. Your Rights and Choices

EU GDPR Rights (for EU residents)

If you are an EU resident, you may have rights under GDPR including access, rectification, erasure, and data portability. To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below. We will respond within 30 days or as required by law.

US Rights (for US residents)

US residents may have rights under state privacy laws. You may request access to or deletion of your personal information. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.

Russian Federation Rights

Russian users have rights under Federal Law No. 152-FZ "On Personal Data." See the dedicated Russian-language section below for full details.

Opt-Out Options

  • Marketing emails: Unsubscribe links in communications
  • Cookies: Adjust browser settings (may limit functionality)
  • Analytics: Opt-out through analytics platform settings

Right to Erasure / Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal data by emailing devstudiovortex@gmail.com. Please include your Telegram ID or username so we can identify your account. We will process your request within 30 days. Some information may be retained where required by law, tax obligations, or fraud prevention.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and third parties use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your login and preferences
  • Track your activity and behavior
  • Deliver targeted advertisements
  • Conduct analytics and analytics
  • Measure advertisement effectiveness
  • Enable third-party services

Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, refusing cookies may impair Service functionality.

10. Third-Party Links and Content

Vortex may link to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.

Content you download may originate from third-party platforms (YouTube, TikTok, etc.). Those platforms' privacy policies apply to data they collect.

11. Contact and Data Subject Requests

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us:

Data subject access requests, deletion requests, and rectification requests should include sufficient information for us to identify you and will be processed according to applicable law.

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time without notice. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of updates.

We recommend reviewing this policy periodically. The "Last updated" date indicates when this policy was last changed.

13. Политика конфиденциальности (Российская Федерация)

Настоящая Политика конфиденциальности регулирует обработку персональных данных в соответствии с Федеральным законом № 152-ФЗ «О персональных данных» (РФ).

Оператор персональных данных: Vortex Media Service (devstudiovortex@gmail.com)

Обрабатываемые данные

  • Telegram ID — для идентификации пользователя в боте
  • История загрузок — для учёта лимитов тарифного плана
  • IP-адрес — для геоблокировки и безопасности; хранится исключительно в усечённом виде (последний октет заменён на «x»)
  • Данные об оплате — только факт оплаты и выбранный план; реквизиты карт и счетов нами не обрабатываются (обработка осуществляется Stripe и CryptoBot)

Цели обработки

  • Предоставление сервиса: учёт баланса, управление подпиской
  • Соблюдение требований законодательства: ст. 1253.1 ГК РФ, геоблокировка
  • Безопасность: защита от злоупотреблений, ведение аудит-логов

Срок хранения и передача третьим лицам

Данные хранятся не более 2 лет с момента последней активности пользователя. Передача персональных данных третьим лицам не осуществляется, за исключением случаев, прямо предусмотренных действующим законодательством Российской Федерации.

Основание обработки

Обработка персональных данных осуществляется на основании:

  • Согласия субъекта персональных данных (ст. 6 ФЗ-152)
  • Необходимости исполнения договора об оказании услуг

Права субъекта персональных данных

В соответствии с ФЗ-152 вы вправе запросить доступ к своим персональным данным, их исправление или удаление. Запрос направляйте на адрес devstudiovortex@gmail.com, указав ваш Telegram ID. Мы обработаем обращение в течение 30 дней.

Последнее обновление: апрель 2026 г. | Last updated: April 2026

BY USING VORTEX, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS PRIVACY POLICY AND CONSENT TO THE COLLECTION, USE, AND SHARING OF YOUR INFORMATION AS DESCRIBED HEREIN.