Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 10, 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use BuddyStarts.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

  • Name and email address
  • Profile picture (if provided)
  • Account preferences

1.2 Project Data

  • Project details and descriptions
  • Feedback and comments
  • Project collaborator information

1.3 Usage Data

  • How you interact with our platform
  • Features you use most
  • Performance and error data

2. How We Use Your Information

Essential Uses

  • Providing our services
  • Processing feedback
  • Account management
  • Security protection

Service Improvement

  • Platform enhancement
  • Bug fixing
  • Feature development
  • User experience optimization

3. Data Protection

3.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data storage practices

4. Your Rights

Data Control

  • Access your data
  • Correct your information
  • Delete your account
  • Export your data

Communication

  • Opt-out of emails
  • Notification preferences
  • Marketing choices

5. Third-Party Services

We use select third-party services to operate our platform:

  • Google Authentication for secure sign-in
  • Cloud hosting providers for data storage
  • Analytics tools for service improvement

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We'll notify you of significant changes via:

  • Email notification
  • Platform announcement
  • Website notice

Questions About Your Privacy?

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.